SAND CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sand Creek Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jennings County School Corporation school district, located in North Vernon, IN with about 387 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 26 teachers, Sand Creek Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Sand Creek Elementary School, located at 1450 W CR 500 N in North Vernon, Indiana, is a primary educational institution serving the Jennings County School Corporation. As a community-focused school, it is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with the social-emotional development of its students. The school serves the surrounding rural and suburban families of North Vernon, providing a foundation for elementary-aged children as they transition through their early formative years of education.

The school is known for its commitment to student growth, emphasizing core curriculum areas such as literacy, mathematics, and science while encouraging community engagement. By maintaining a supportive atmosphere and leveraging the resources of the Jennings County district, Sand Creek Elementary aims to prepare its students for middle school success, ensuring that children gain both the foundational skills and the character traits necessary to become active, productive members of their local community.

For more information, contact Sand Creek Elementary School at (812) 352-9343 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.