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#516 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 28% in state

Fall Creek Junior High

Middle School · Hamilton Southeastern Schools

12001 Olio Road, Fishers, IN 46037

Enrollment

1,015

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

7.5

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#516 of 1,823

In Fishers

#18 of 21

public schools

In district

#19 of 22

Hamilton Southeastern Schools

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Fall Creek Junior High

7.5/10

Middle School in Fishers · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.3/10

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About Fall Creek Junior High

Fall Creek Junior High is a public middle school in Fishers, IN, part of Hamilton Southeastern Schools. Fall Creek Junior High serves approximately 1,015 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Fall Creek Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #516 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Fall Creek Junior High show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.7
  • IN avg 5.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-2.6 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62.4% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg+24 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+24.2 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment5.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,362
Chronic Absenteeism7.1%

Fall Creek Junior High — Students at Fall Creek Junior High score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.0% (multi-year average, 2015-2025)
School
State
37.6% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 70.8% (multi-year average, 2015-2025)
School
State
40.5% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 21 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2015
Math
80%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
81%
ELA
80%
2017
Math
81%
ELA
83%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
73%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
73%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
64%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
57%
2025
Math
60.1%
ELA
62.4%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Fall Creek Junior High Compares

See how Fall Creek Junior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
72th percentile in IN
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
5.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.1%

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

12001 Olio Road, Fishers, IN 46037

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fall Creek Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hamilton SE Int and Jr High Sch (rated 8.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sand Creek Intermediate School (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Fall Creek Intermediate School (rated 7.0/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fishers, see our Fishers schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Fall Creek Elementary School Fishers 0.2 mi 9.3
PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT GRAY EAGLE Fishers 0.3 mi
Fall Creek Intermediate School Fishers 0.2 mi 7.0
Hamilton Southeastern HS Fishers 0.6 mi 7.9
Thorpe Creek Elementary Fishers 1.2 mi 8.8
Brooks School Elementary Fishers 1.3 mi 8.0
LEAFSPRING SCHOOL AT GEIST Fishers 1.7 mi
Geist Elementary School Fishers 1.8 mi 9.0
Southeastern Elementary School Fishers 2.1 mi 8.9
Hamilton SE Int and Jr High Sch Fishers 2.3 mi 8.0
Sand Creek Intermediate School Fishers 2.4 mi 7.1
Sand Creek Elementary Fishers 2.5 mi 8.2
Hoosier Road Elementary School Fishers 2.5 mi 8.6
Fishers High School Fishers 2.6 mi 8.0
Geist Montessori Academy Mccordsville 3.4 mi 4.7
Deer Creek Elementary Noblesville 3.8 mi 8.4
NOAH'S ARK PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Fishers 3.3 mi
Promise Road Elementary Noblesville 4.0 mi 5.6
ST SIMON THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Indianapolis 4.4 mi 5.9
HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Indianapolis 4.5 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46037 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$137,969

Median Home Value

$403,000

Median Rent

$1,463/mo

Population

46,976

College Educated

68.5%

Homeownership

81.3%

Avg Commute

27.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

38.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fall Creek Junior High

What grades does Fall Creek Junior High serve?

Fall Creek Junior High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Fall Creek Junior High?

Fall Creek Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,015 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fall Creek Junior High?

The student-teacher ratio at Fall Creek Junior High is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fall Creek Junior High rank in IN?

Fall Creek Junior High ranks #516 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Fall Creek Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?

Fall Creek Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Fall Creek Junior High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fall Creek Junior High has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).

Is Fall Creek Junior High a charter school?

No, Fall Creek Junior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fall Creek Junior High a Title I school?

No, Fall Creek Junior High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fall Creek Junior High?

16.7% of students at Fall Creek Junior High 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
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
1,015
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.1%

District

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

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