Serving 390 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mccormick's Creek Elementary School 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 56% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McCormick's Creek Elementary School serves the southeast part of Spencer, IN, covering an area of approximately 69 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mccormick's Creek Elementary School's student population of 390 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
School Rankings
Mccormick's Creek Elementary School 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 Mccormick's Creek Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#525 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 17-year historical data
White
94%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-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 Mccormick's Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Mccormick's Creek Elementary School is ranked #525 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Mccormick's Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Mccormick's Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spencer Elementary School, Edgewood Early Childhood Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Mccormick's Creek Elementary School?
390 students attend Mccormick's Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Mccormick's Creek Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mccormick's Creek Elementary School?
Mccormick's Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mccormick's Creek Elementary School offer ?
Mccormick's Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mccormick's Creek Elementary School part of?
Mccormick's Creek Elementary School is part of Spencer-Owen Community Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I would suggest this school to any parent who is looking for a good school for their child. For specials like on one day they have music then another day they have art, gym and then library filled with many books. This is just a very good school the teachers are very nice as well. If your looking for a good school this is the one.
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