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#1267 of 2,216 schools in MO
Indian Creek Elem.
Elementary School · CENTER 58
9801 GRAND AVE, Kansas City, MO 64114
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Kansas City
#72 of 137
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#671 of 1,202
In district
#3 of 7
CENTER 58
School environment
8.2 / 10
Very strong
About Indian Creek Elem.
Indian Creek Elem is a regular public elementary school located in Kansas City, Missouri. Serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade, the school has an enrollment of 292 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14.6:1 with 20 full-time equivalent teachers. The academic performance at Indian Creek Elem shows room for improvement, with a MySchoolScout Rating of 4.5 out of 10 and a state ranking of #1533 out of 2234 schools in Missouri (31st percentile).
In terms of proficiency rates, 24% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while 19% are proficient or above in Math. Despite these challenges, the school is dedicated to student development and growth. Indian Creek Elem is situated in a large city setting within Jackson County, providing its students with access to diverse urban resources and community engagement opportunities.
Score Breakdown
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Indian Creek Elem. — Students at Indian Creek Elem. score 22% proficient, which is in line with what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.8/10.
How Indian Creek Elem. Compares
See how Indian Creek Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 22% (2019) to 22% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 32% (2019) to 22% (2022).
Location
9801 GRAND AVE, Kansas City, MO 64114
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Indian Creek Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brookwood Elem (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Leawood), which scores notably higher. Another option is RED BRIDGE ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ELIZABETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CENTER MIDDLE Kansas City | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| THE DANIEL ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| WHITEFIELD ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| NOTRE DAME DE SION HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| RED BRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| BOONE ELEM. Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| YELLOW JACKET EARLY LEARNING Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| ROCKHURST HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| CENTER SR. HIGH Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| GILLIS CENTER SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| JOHN T. HARTMAN ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| ALPHA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.1 mi | — |
| 7933 MAIN ST. Kansas City | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| CENTER ELEM. Kansas City | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| ACADEMY FOR INTEGRATED ARTS Kansas City | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| SHERWOOD CENTER FOR THE EXCEPTINOAL CHILD Kansas City | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| THE BARSTOW SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Brookwood Elem Leawood | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ST ELIZABETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.9 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,643
Median Home Value
$257,400
Median Rent
$1,304/mo
Population
24,464
College Educated
56%
Homeownership
64.9%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
40.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Indian Creek Elem. has a median household income of $77,643. It is a well-educated community where 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $257,400, with a median rent of $1,304/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASHLAND ELEM. AND BR. St. Louis, MO | 6.0 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Poplar Bluff, MO | 6.0 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Union, MO | 6.0 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Old Monroe, MO | 6.0 |
| MACKS CREEK ELEM. Macks Creek, MO | 6.0 |
| SILEX ELEM. Silex, MO | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Indian Creek Elem.
What grades does Indian Creek Elem. serve?
Indian Creek Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Indian Creek Elem.?
Indian Creek Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 292 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Indian Creek Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Indian Creek Elem. is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Indian Creek Elem. rank in MO?
Indian Creek Elem. is ranked #1267 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Indian Creek Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Indian Creek Elem. has a composite rating of 6.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Indian Creek Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Indian Creek Elem. has 18.7% math proficiency and 23.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Indian Creek Elem. a charter school?
No, Indian Creek Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Indian Creek Elem. a Title I school?
No, Indian Creek Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Indian Creek Elem.?
100.0% of students at Indian Creek Elem. 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
- City Safety
- High (6,241/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Kansas City). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 292
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (816) 612-4250
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
CENTER 58- District Enrollment
- 2,454
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,423
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
Other Schools in This District
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