Serving 901 students in grades 2-5, Silver Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 901 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silver Creek Elementary School's student population of 901 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
901 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silver Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Creek Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#693 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
2%
13%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Creek Elementary School is ranked #693 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Silver Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henryville Elementary School, Rock Creek Community Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Silver Creek Elementary School?
901 students attend Silver Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Silver Creek Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Creek Elementary School?
Silver Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Silver Creek Elementary School offer ?
Silver Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Silver Creek Elementary School part of?
Silver Creek Elementary School is part of Silver Creek School Corporation School District.
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