Serving 607 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Thorpe Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher 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 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Thorpe Creek Elementary serves the southeast part of Fishers, IN, covering an area of approximately 9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thorpe Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thorpe Creek Elementary School's student population of 607 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
607 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
24 students
School Motto
Where Every Cardinal Learns to Fly
School Rankings
Thorpe Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thorpe Creek Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#78 out of 1743 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.8%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thorpe Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Thorpe Creek Elementary School is ranked #78 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Thorpe Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Thorpe Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fall Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Thorpe Creek Elementary School?
607 students attend Thorpe Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Thorpe Creek Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thorpe Creek Elementary School?
Thorpe Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Thorpe Creek Elementary School offer ?
Thorpe Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thorpe Creek Elementary School part of?
Thorpe Creek Elementary School is part of Hamilton Southeastern Schools.
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