Pipe Creek Elementary School serves 363 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Attendance Zone: Pipe Creek Elementary School serves the entire district in Peru, IN, covering an area of approximately 154.3 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 15 to 20 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 7.6 miles, extending up to 14 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pipe Creek Elementary School's student population of 363 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
363 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Motto
Welcome to Pipe Creek Elementary! Pipe Creek is an AMAZING place!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pipe Creek Elementary School is 0.33, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
81%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Pipe Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Pipe Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elmwood Primary Learning Center, Blair Pointe Upper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Pipe Creek Elementary School?
363 students attend Pipe Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Pipe Creek Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pipe Creek Elementary School?
Pipe Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pipe Creek Elementary School offer ?
Pipe Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pipe Creek Elementary School part of?
Pipe Creek Elementary School is part of Maconaquah School Corp School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Pipe creek elementaryschool ,depends on what teacher you have. Not enough surpvision. Lack of listening to students who witness bullying.
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