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Excellent

#212 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 12% in state

Based on limited data

Deer Creek Elementary

Elementary School · Hamilton Southeastern Schools

12698 E 156th Street, Noblesville, IN 46060

Enrollment

629

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#212 of 1,823

In Noblesville

#2 of 14

public schools

In district

#9 of 22

Hamilton Southeastern Schools

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Deer Creek Elementary

8.4/10

Elementary School in Noblesville · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.6/10

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7.1/10

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About Deer Creek Elementary

Deer Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Noblesville, IN, part of Hamilton Southeastern Schools. Deer Creek Elementary serves approximately 629 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Deer Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #212 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Deer Creek Elementary show 69% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.5
  • IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Deer Creek Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics9.2Excellent60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69.1% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.4% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg+17.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+21.2 pts
Overall Proficiency65% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+10.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,362
Chronic Absenteeism9.2%

Deer Creek Elementary — Students at Deer Creek Elementary score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 69.1% (2025 ILEARN)
School
State
47.6% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 61.5% (2025 ILEARN)
School
State
40.7% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 8 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

How Deer Creek Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
88th percentile in IN
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

Location

12698 E 156th Street, Noblesville, IN 46060

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Deer Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fall Creek Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Fishers), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Thorpe Creek Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Fishers), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cumberland Road Elem School (rated 8.7/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Fishers), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Noblesville, see our Noblesville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Promise Road Elementary Noblesville 1.9 mi 5.6
Sand Creek Intermediate School Fishers 2.7 mi 7.1
Sand Creek Elementary Fishers 2.8 mi 8.2
Fishers High School Fishers 3.0 mi 8.0
Brooks School Elementary Fishers 3.3 mi 8.0
Options Noblesville Noblesville 2.7 mi 4.3
Hamilton Southeastern HS Fishers 3.4 mi 7.9
PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT GRAY EAGLE Fishers 3.6 mi
Fall Creek Elementary School Fishers 3.7 mi 9.3
Fall Creek Junior High Fishers 3.8 mi 7.5
Thorpe Creek Elementary Fishers 3.6 mi 8.8
Hoosier Road Elementary School Fishers 3.8 mi 8.6
Fall Creek Intermediate School Fishers 3.9 mi 7.0
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF NOBLESVILLE Noblesville 3.1 mi
NOAH'S ARK PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Fishers 3.7 mi
Cumberland Road Elem School Fishers 3.6 mi 8.7
Juvenile Services Center Noblesville 3.7 mi
Fishers Junior High School Fishers 3.8 mi 7.7
Stony Creek Elementary School Noblesville 3.7 mi 7.7
Noblesville High School Noblesville 4.1 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,141

Median Home Value

$292,400

Median Rent

$1,215/mo

Population

47,514

College Educated

45.7%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

26.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

34.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Deer Creek Elementary

What grades does Deer Creek Elementary serve?

Deer Creek Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Deer Creek Elementary?

Deer Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 629 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Deer Creek Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Deer Creek Elementary is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Deer Creek Elementary rank in IN?

Deer Creek Elementary ranks #212 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Deer Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Deer Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Deer Creek Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Deer Creek Elementary has 69% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

Is Deer Creek Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Deer Creek Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

26.1% of students at Deer Creek Elementary 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
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
629
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

District

Hamilton Southeastern Schools
District Enrollment
21,299
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,362
District Rank
#9 of 22

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