Serving 1,106 students in grades 5-8, Creston Intermediate & Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,106 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Creston Middle School serves the eastern part of Indianapolis, IN, covering an area of approximately 14.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 5.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Creston Intermediate & Middle School's student population of 1,106 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,106 students
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Creston Intermediate & Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creston Intermediate & Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1589 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
64%
14%
White
9%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creston Intermediate & Middle School's ranking?
Creston Intermediate & Middle School is ranked #1589 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Creston Intermediate & Middle School often compared to?
Creston Intermediate & Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stonybrook Intermediate & Middle School, Raymond Park Intermediate & Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Creston Intermediate & Middle School?
1,106 students attend Creston Intermediate & Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Creston Intermediate & Middle School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Creston Intermediate & Middle School?
Creston Intermediate & Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Creston Intermediate & Middle School offer ?
Creston Intermediate & Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Creston Intermediate & Middle School part of?
Creston Intermediate & Middle School is part of MSD Warren Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Creston Intermediate & Middle School located?
Creston Intermediate & Middle School is located in the Southeast Warren neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Southeast Warren.
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