Serving 476 students in grades Kindergarten-3, South Creek 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 55-59% (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 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Creek Elementary serves a central area in Indianapolis, IN, covering approximately 6.4 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 1.8 miles and the furthest edge located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
South Creek Elementary School's student population of 476 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
476 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Creek 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 South Creek Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#509 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
18%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-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 South Creek Elementary School's ranking?
South Creek Elementary School is ranked #509 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are South Creek Elementary School often compared to?
South Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosa Parks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 South Creek Elementary School?
476 students attend South Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of South Creek Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Creek Elementary School?
South Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Creek Elementary School offer ?
South Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Creek Elementary School part of?
South Creek Elementary School is part of Franklin Township Com Sch Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is South Creek Elementary School located?
South Creek Elementary School is located in the Franklin Township neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 10 other public schools located in Franklin Township.
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