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#475 of 478 private schools in IN

Flat Creek School

Middle School

11047 E 275 N, Loogootee, IN 47553

Private

Enrollment

43

Student-Teacher

21.5:1

Score

2.8

Grades

1st – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#475 of 478

In Loogootee

#5 of 5

public schools

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Flat Creek School

2.8/10

Middle School in Loogootee · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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2.9/10

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About Flat Creek School

Flat Creek School is a private middle school in Loogootee, IN. Flat Creek School serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 21.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Flat Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #475 of 478 private schools in IN.

How it compares2.7 pts below IN schools
  • This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
  • IN avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

At 43 students, Flat Creek School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Flat Creek School runs 21.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Flat Creek School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Flat Creek School compares to the 3 public schools in Loogootee, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio
21.5:1
This School
vs
14.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
43
This School
vs
265
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
2.8
This School
vs
7.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Flat Creek School Loogootee Public Avg

All Schools in Loogootee

School Rating
Flat Creek School (this school) 2.8
Loogootee High School 7.5
Loogootee Middle School 7.2
Loogootee Elementary School 7.7

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IN.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 2.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 21.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.2 / 10
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School Day Length 5.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 929.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 3.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.7 / 10
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Enrollment 43
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in IN

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

11047 E 275 N, Loogootee, IN 47553

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Flat Creek School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Loogootee Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FAIRVIEW AMISH SCHOOL (rated 3.7/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CLEARVIEW SCHOOL (rated 3.7/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Montgomery), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Loogootee, see our Loogootee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.2 mi
School Distance Rating
SOUTH EAST CENTER Loogootee 1.1 mi 2.9
FAIRVIEW AMISH SCHOOL Loogootee 2.3 mi 3.7
Loogootee High School Loogootee 2.5 mi 7.5
Loogootee Middle School Loogootee 2.5 mi 7.2
Loogootee Elementary School Loogootee 2.6 mi 7.7
SUNNY SIDE SCHOOL Loogootee 3.3 mi 3.1
SHADY ACRES AMISH SCHOOL Montgomery 3.6 mi 3.1
HICKORY RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Loogootee 5.1 mi 3.1
CLEMENTS AMISH SCHOOL Montgomery 4.1 mi 2.9
PARSON AMISH SCHOOL Montgomery 4.3 mi 3.6
SOUTH BOGARD AMISH SCHOOL Montgomery 5.0 mi 3.2
PRAIRIE CREEK SCHOOL Montgomery 5.6 mi 3.2
WEST BOGARD SCHOOL Montgomery 5.2 mi 3.0
PLEASANT VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Montgomery 4.9 mi 6.1
Barr Reeve Middle/High School Montgomery 5.2 mi 7.2
Barr Reeve Elementary School Montgomery 5.2 mi 9.0
OAK RIDGE SCHOOL Odon 6.6 mi 3.5
GREEN ACRE AMISH SCHOOL Montgomery 5.4 mi 2.8
RAGLESVILLE AMISH SCHOOL Odon 7.4 mi 3.3
CLEARVIEW SCHOOL Montgomery 6.2 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 47553 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,533

Median Home Value

$197,000

Median Rent

$688/mo

Population

8,613

College Educated

14.8%

Homeownership

78.9%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

15.7%

Median Age

37.1

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GOLDEN RULE SCHOOL Lagrange, IN 2.8
GREEN ACRE AMISH SCHOOL Montgomery, IN 2.8
HIDDEN VALLEY SCHOOL Berne, IN 2.8
SUNNY MEADOW SCHOOL Bryant, IN 2.8
WEST WABASH SCHOOL Geneva, IN 2.8
WEST WABASH SCHOOL Geneva, IN 2.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Flat Creek School

What grades does Flat Creek School serve?

Flat Creek School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.

How many students attend Flat Creek School?

Flat Creek School has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Flat Creek School?

The student-teacher ratio at Flat Creek School is 21.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Flat Creek School rank in IN?

Flat Creek School ranks #475 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Flat Creek School's MySchoolScout rating?

Flat Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Flat Creek School a private school?

Yes, Flat Creek School is a private coeducational school with a Amish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Flat Creek School a religious school?

Flat Creek School has a Amish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
0 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
43
Gender Split
63% M / 37% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Amish
School Day
5.5 hours
Days Per Year
169 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Daviess County

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