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#1729 of 2,221 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

4.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,729 of 2,221

In Kansas City

#110 of 147

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

CENTER 58

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Indian Creek Elem.

4.9/10

Elementary School in Kansas City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.4/10

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7.9/10

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About Indian Creek Elem.

Indian Creek Elem. is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of CENTER 58. Indian Creek Elem. serves approximately 292 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Indian Creek Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,729 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Indian Creek Elem. show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.9% (2025 MAP)
Reading vs. State Avg-21.4 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,423
Chronic Absenteeism26%

Indian Creek Elem. — Students at Indian Creek Elem. score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 33.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 34.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.3% (2025 MAP)

Based on 29 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2025
ELA
24.9%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Indian Creek Elem. Compares

See how Indian Creek Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
22th percentile in MO
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.0%

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

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 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Leawood), which scores notably higher. Another option is RED BRIDGE ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BOONE ELEM. (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 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 6.4
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 7.6
BOONE ELEM. Kansas City 1.2 mi 7.4
YELLOW JACKET EARLY LEARNING Kansas City 1.2 mi 5.4
ROCKHURST HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City 1.1 mi 4.6
CENTER SR. HIGH Kansas City 1.3 mi 3.7
GILLIS CENTER SCHOOL Kansas City 2.0 mi 6.7
JOHN T. HARTMAN ELEMENTARY Kansas City 2.1 mi 6.0
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 3.4
ACADEMY FOR INTEGRATED ARTS Kansas City 2.4 mi 6.9
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 8.3
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

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CROCKER ELEM. Crocker, MO 4.9
INDIAN TRAILS ELEM. Independence, MO 4.9
LILBOURN ELEMENTARY Lilbourn, MO 4.9
OAKWOOD ELEM. Hannibal, MO 4.9

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. ranks #1,729 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Indian Creek Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Indian Creek Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Indian Creek Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Indian Creek Elem. has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.0%

District

CENTER 58
District Enrollment
2,454
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,423
District Rank
#5 of 7

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