Serving 510 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fishback Creek Public Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fishback Creek Public Academy's student population of 510 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
510 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Fishback Creek Public Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fishback Creek Public Academy 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
#653 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
52%
14%
White
19%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fishback Creek Public Academy's ranking?
Fishback Creek Public Academy is ranked #653 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Fishback Creek Public Academy often compared to?
Fishback Creek Public Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Fishback Creek Public Academy?
510 students attend Fishback Creek Public Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Fishback Creek Public Academy students are Black, 19% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fishback Creek Public Academy?
Fishback Creek Public Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fishback Creek Public Academy offer ?
Fishback Creek Public Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fishback Creek Public Academy part of?
Fishback Creek Public Academy is part of MSD Pike Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Fishback Creek Public Academy located?
Fishback Creek Public Academy is located in the Traders Point neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 2 other public schools located in Traders Point.
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