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#936 of 2,268 schools in GA

Top 41% in state

Indian Creek Elementary School

Elementary School · DeKalb County

724 N Indian Creek Dr, Clarkston, GA 30021

Enrollment

871

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#936 of 2,268

In Clarkston

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#37 of 131

DeKalb County

Academic growth

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Indian Creek Elementary School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Clarkston · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.1/10

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About Indian Creek Elementary School

Indian Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Clarkston, GA, part of DeKalb County. Indian Creek Elementary School serves approximately 871 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Indian Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #936 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Indian Creek Elementary School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Indian Creek Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.1% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15.6% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-21 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.2 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-1.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,368
Chronic Absenteeism25.7%

Indian Creek Elementary School — Students at Indian Creek Elementary School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 33.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 33.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
46%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
18%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
15%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
14%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
21%
2024
Math
21.1%
ELA
15.6%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.

How Indian Creek Elementary School Compares

See how Indian Creek Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in GA
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
64 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

724 N Indian Creek Dr, Clarkston, GA 30021

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Indian Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Robert Shaw Theme School (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Scottdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Laurel Ridge Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Decatur), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DeKalb Elementary School of the Arts (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Avondale Estates), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Clarkston, see our Clarkston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Clarkston High School Clarkston 0.2 mi 4.1
Atlanta Area School for the Deaf Clarkston 0.4 mi 5.4
HEARTWOOD AGILE LEARNING CENTER SCHOOL Clarkston 0.9 mi 5.0
Jolly Elementary School Clarkston 1.1 mi 4.9
Dunaire Elementary School Stone Mountain 1.3 mi 5.4
Robert Shaw Theme School Scottdale 1.2 mi 9.1
ST TIMOTHY SCHOOL Stone Mountain 1.1 mi
McLendon Elementary School Decatur 1.4 mi 7.5
DeKalb Elementary School of the Arts Avondale Estates 1.8 mi 7.8
Allgood Elementary School Stone Mountain 1.9 mi 5.8
Avondale Elementary School Avondale Estates 2.1 mi 5.6
Idlewood Elementary School Tucker 2.3 mi 6.3
Hambrick Elementary School Stone Mountain 2.1 mi 7.3
Stone Mountain High School Stone Mountain 2.3 mi 3.6
DeKalb Alternative School Stone Mountain 2.3 mi 5.1
East DeKalb Special Education Center Stone Mountain 2.3 mi 3.2
Rockbridge Elementary School Stone Mountain 2.4 mi 5.2
Rowland Elementary School Stone Mountain 2.8 mi 4.8
Druid Hills Middle School Decatur 2.5 mi 6.9
Laurel Ridge Elementary School Decatur 2.5 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,158

Median Home Value

$256,000

Median Rent

$1,265/mo

Population

26,386

College Educated

23.2%

Homeownership

26%

Avg Commute

38.3 min

Poverty Rate

27.8%

Median Age

24.7

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Cliftondale Elementary School College Park, GA 6.8
Eastside Elementary School Dalton, GA 6.8
Jasper County Primary School Monticello, GA 6.8
Jeff Davis Elementary School Hazlehurst, GA 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Indian Creek Elementary School

What grades does Indian Creek Elementary School serve?

Indian Creek Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Indian Creek Elementary School?

Indian Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 871 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Indian Creek Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Indian Creek Elementary School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Indian Creek Elementary School rank in GA?

Indian Creek Elementary School ranks #936 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Indian Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Indian Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Indian Creek Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Indian Creek Elementary School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Indian Creek Elementary School a charter school?

No, Indian Creek Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Indian Creek Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Indian Creek Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Indian Creek Elementary School?

100.0% of students at Indian Creek Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
871
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
64
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DeKalb County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

District

DeKalb County
District Enrollment
91,398
Schools in District
131
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,368
District Rank
#37 of 131

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