Serving 550 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Guion Creek 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 28% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Guion Creek Elementary School serves families in the southeast part of Indianapolis, IN, covering an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Guion Creek Elementary School's student population of 550 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
550 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Guion Creek 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 Guion Creek Elementary School is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1346 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
27%
15%
Black
60%
14%
White
5%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Guion Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Guion Creek Elementary School is ranked #1346 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Guion Creek Elementary School?
550 students attend Guion Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Guion Creek Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Guion Creek Elementary School?
Guion Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Guion Creek Elementary School offer ?
Guion Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Guion Creek Elementary School part of?
Guion Creek Elementary School is part of MSD Pike Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Guion Creek Elementary School located?
Guion Creek Elementary School is located in the Snacks And Guion Creek neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 5 other public schools located in Snacks And Guion Creek.
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