Serving 359 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mill Creek East Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Mill Creek East Elementary serves the eastern part of Clayton, IN, covering an area of approximately 39.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone is about 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge located up to 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mill Creek East Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mill Creek East Elementary School's student population of 359 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in Attitude, Actions, & Achievement!
School Rankings
Mill Creek East Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mill Creek East Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#464 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
90%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
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 Mill Creek East Elementary School's ranking?
Mill Creek East Elementary School is ranked #464 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Mill Creek East Elementary School often compared to?
Mill Creek East Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mill Creek West Elementary School, Little Quakers Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Mill Creek East Elementary School?
359 students attend Mill Creek East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Mill Creek East Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mill Creek East Elementary School?
Mill Creek East Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mill Creek East Elementary School offer ?
Mill Creek East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mill Creek East Elementary School part of?
Mill Creek East Elementary School is part of Mill Creek Community Sch Corp School District.
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