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#256 of 478 private schools in IN

Plum Creek Christian Academy

School

735 213TH ST, Dyer, IN 46311

Private

Enrollment

230

Student-Teacher

17.2:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#256 of 478

In Dyer

#2 of 4

public schools

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Plum Creek Christian Academy

6.6/10

School in Dyer · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Protsman Elementary School

8.9/10

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6.5/10

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About Plum Creek Christian Academy

Plum Creek Christian Academy is a private school in Dyer, IN. Plum Creek Christian Academy serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Plum Creek Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #256 of 478 private schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Plum Creek Christian Academy show 19% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

How it compares0.3 pts above IN schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • IN avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Plum Creek Christian Academy 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 Plum Creek Christian Academy compares to the 3 public schools in Dyer, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
This School
vs
16.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
230
This School
vs
716
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
8.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 69.1% vs 0%
Black 6.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.2% vs 0%
Asian 5.2% vs 0%
Plum Creek Christian Academy Dyer Public Avg

All Schools in Dyer

School Rating
Plum Creek Christian Academy (this school) 6.6
Protsman Elementary School 8.9
Kahler Middle School 6.5
George Bibich Elementary School 8.7

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+ 4.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 17.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 50%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 230
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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 IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 19.4% (2025 ILEARN)
School
State
40.4% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 45.2% (2025 ILEARN)
School
State
40.7% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 13 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 69.1%
Two or More 11.7%
Black 6.1%
Hispanic 5.2%
Asian 5.2%
Pacific Islander 2.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

735 213TH ST, Dyer, IN 46311

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Plum Creek Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Protsman Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is George Bibich Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Frank H Hammond Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Munster), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dyer, see our Dyer schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Protsman Elementary School Dyer 0.3 mi 8.9
Kahler Middle School Dyer 1.2 mi 6.5
George Bibich Elementary School Dyer 2.5 mi 8.7
Frank H Hammond Elementary School Munster 2.5 mi 8.6
Sandridge Elem School Lynwood 2.0 mi 4.8
Munster High School Munster 3.2 mi 8.6
2450 CHILDCARE INC DBA HAPPY DAYS CHILDCARE Highland 2.6 mi
Heritage Middle School Lansing 3.0 mi 5.1
Wilbur Wright Middle School Munster 3.3 mi 7.3
Nathan Hale Elem School Lansing 3.2 mi 4.1
ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Munster 3.4 mi 7.9
Ernest R Elliott Elementary School Munster 3.3 mi 8.5
ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Munster 3.5 mi 7.3
Rickover Jr High School Sauk Village 2.9 mi 2.4
EAGLE ACADEMY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lansing 3.2 mi 6.0
Lake Central High School Saint John 3.5 mi 6.6
Allen J Warren Elementary School Highland 3.2 mi 6.2
Thornton Fractnl So High School Lansing 3.8 mi 5.5
James H Watson Elementary School Schererville 3.4 mi 7.8
Michael Grimmer Middle School Schererville 3.4 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46311 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,167

Median Home Value

$300,000

Median Rent

$1,221/mo

Population

23,405

College Educated

37%

Homeownership

90.3%

Avg Commute

31.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

43.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bloomington, IN 6.7
WASHINGTON CATHOLIC MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL Washington, IN 6.4
PROTESTANT REFORMED/HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Dyer, IN 6.3
COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bloomington, IN 6.2
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Indianapolis, IN 6.1
CROSSPOINTE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Indianapolis, IN 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Plum Creek Christian Academy

What grades does Plum Creek Christian Academy serve?

Plum Creek Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Plum Creek Christian Academy?

Plum Creek Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Plum Creek Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Plum Creek Christian Academy is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Plum Creek Christian Academy rank in IN?

Plum Creek Christian Academy ranks #256 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Plum Creek Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Plum Creek Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Plum Creek Christian Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Plum Creek Christian Academy has 19% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

Is Plum Creek Christian Academy a private school?

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

Is Plum Creek Christian Academy a religious school?

Plum Creek Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
230
Gender Split
62% M / 38% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County

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