Serving 270 students in grades 3-6, Sharp 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 50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sharp Creek Elementary School serves the northern part of Wabash, IN, covering an area of approximately 127.3 square miles. Most families are typically within a 10-15 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 9.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sharp Creek Elementary School's student population of 270 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
270 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sharp 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 Sharp Creek Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#841 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sharp Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Sharp Creek Elementary School is ranked #841 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Sharp Creek Elementary School?
270 students attend Sharp Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Sharp Creek Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sharp Creek Elementary School?
Sharp Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sharp Creek Elementary School offer ?
Sharp Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sharp Creek Elementary School part of?
Sharp Creek Elementary School is part of MSD Wabash County Schools.
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