Serving 591 students in grades 1-6, Crestview Elementary 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 31% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crestview Elementary School serves the west part of Indianapolis, encompassing an area of approximately 9.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crestview Elementary School's student population of 591 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
591 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Crestview Elementary 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 Crestview Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#1268 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
52%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
21%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.7%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crestview Elementary School's ranking?
Crestview Elementary School is ranked #1268 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Crestview Elementary School often compared to?
Crestview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School, Skiles Test Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Crestview Elementary School?
591 students attend Crestview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Crestview Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crestview Elementary School?
Crestview Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Crestview Elementary School offer ?
Crestview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crestview Elementary School part of?
Crestview Elementary School is part of MSD Lawrence Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Crestview Elementary School located?
Crestview Elementary School is located in the I 69 And Fall Creek neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 2 other public schools located in I 69 And Fall Creek.
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