Serving 213 students in grades 5-8, Indian Creek Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Indian Creek Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Waterman, IL, covering approximately 177.9 square miles. Families within this area can expect typical drive times to the school of 15 to 20 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 8.8 miles and the furthest edge located 14.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Indian Creek Middle School's student population of 213 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
213 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day
School Rankings
Indian Creek Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Creek Middle School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1795 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Creek Middle School's ranking?
Indian Creek Middle School is ranked #1795 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Indian Creek Middle School often compared to?
Indian Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Creek Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Indian Creek Middle School?
213 students attend Indian Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Indian Creek Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Creek Middle School?
Indian Creek Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Indian Creek Middle School offer ?
Indian Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Indian Creek Middle School part of?
Indian Creek Middle School is part of Indian Creek CUSD 425 School District.
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