Serving 806 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Snacks Crossing Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 806 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Snacks Crossing Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Snacks Crossing Elementary School's student population of 806 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
806 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Snacks Crossing Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Snacks Crossing Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#1679 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
23%
15%
Black
66%
13%
White
5%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Snacks Crossing Elementary School's ranking?
Snacks Crossing Elementary School is ranked #1679 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Snacks Crossing Elementary School often compared to?
Snacks Crossing Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Snacks Crossing Elementary School?
806 students attend Snacks Crossing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Snacks Crossing Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Snacks Crossing Elementary School?
Snacks Crossing Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Snacks Crossing Elementary School offer ?
Snacks Crossing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Snacks Crossing Elementary School part of?
Snacks Crossing Elementary School is part of MSD Pike Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Snacks Crossing Elementary School located?
Snacks Crossing Elementary School is located in the Snacks And Guion Creek neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 5 other public schools located in Snacks And Guion Creek.
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