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Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6

Middle School · Indian Creek Local

2379 Wilson Ave, Mingo Junction, OH 43938

Enrollment

258

Student-Teacher

17.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,352 of 3,441

In Mingo Junction

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Indian Creek Local

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Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6

5.5/10

Middle School in Mingo Junction · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Indian Creek Middle School Grades 7 & 8

5.3/10

0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Hills Elementary School

7.2/10

0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6

Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 is a public middle school in Mingo Junction, OH, part of Indian Creek Local. Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,352 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-2.25 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-13.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,193
Chronic Absenteeism40.3%

Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 — Students at Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.1% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.5% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 20 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2013
Math
76%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
35.1%
ELA
64.6%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 Compares

See how Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
32th percentile in OH
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.3%

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

2379 Wilson Ave, Mingo Junction, OH 43938

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Harding Middle School (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Steubenville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Weir Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Weirton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Indian Creek Middle School Grades 7 & 8 (rated 5.3/10), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mingo Junction, see our Mingo Junction schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Indian Creek Middle School Grades 7 & 8 Mingo Junction 0.0 mi 5.3
Hills Elementary School Mingo Junction 0.2 mi 7.2
McKinley STEM Academy Steubenville 1.6 mi 6.8
Harding Middle School Steubenville 2.3 mi 8.5
Steubenville High School Steubenville 2.3 mi 9.0
Wells Academy Steubenville 2.3 mi 8.3
Brooke Intermediate School North Follansbee 2.1 mi 9.4
East Garfield Elementary School Steubenville 2.8 mi 9.0
BISHOP JOHN KING MUSSIO ELEMENTARY Steubenville 3.0 mi 6.0
Pugliese Elementary West Steubenville 3.3 mi 9.1
Brooke Middle School Wellsburg 3.2 mi 4.7
Brooke Primary School North Follansbee 3.0 mi 5.9
Brooke High School Wellsburg 3.4 mi 5.0
Brooke Primary School South Wellsburg 4.2 mi 6.9
Buckeye North Elementary School Brilliant 5.1 mi 7.8
JEFFERSON COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wintersville 4.3 mi 7.1
ST PAULS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Weirton 5.0 mi 5.6
Weir High School Weirton 5.6 mi 5.4
Weir Middle School Weirton 5.7 mi 6.9
Indian Creek High School Wintersville 5.2 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43938 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,453

Median Home Value

$97,400

Median Rent

$954/mo

Population

5,448

College Educated

13%

Homeownership

75%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

26.1%

Median Age

44

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6

What grades does Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 serve?

Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 serves students in grades 5th through 6th.

How many students attend Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6?

Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6?

The student-teacher ratio at Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 rank in OH?

Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 ranks #2,352 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6's MySchoolScout rating?

Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

Is Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 a charter school?

No, Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 a Title I school?

No, Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6?

70.5% of students at Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
1 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.3%

District

Indian Creek Local
District Enrollment
1,953
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,193
District Rank
#2 of 5

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