Sand Creek Elementary

627 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 4th

School Overview

Sand Creek Elementary is a highly-rated public school located in the growing suburban community of Fishers, Indiana, and is part of the Hamilton Southeastern Schools district. Serving students in grades K-4, the school is known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and a student-centered approach to learning. The campus fosters a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere, focusing on foundational education, social-emotional development, and preparing young learners for success as they transition into intermediate and middle school levels.

Beyond its core curriculum, Sand Creek Elementary is recognized for its active school community and dedicated faculty who prioritize collaboration between parents and educators. The school benefits from the resources and reputation of the Hamilton Southeastern district, which is consistently ranked among the top-performing school systems in Indiana. With its focus on rigorous instruction, character building, and a supportive environment, Sand Creek remains a popular choice for families seeking a quality primary education in the Fishers area.

627

Total Students

38.1

Full-Time Teachers

16.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

23.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Sand Creek Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	403
Hispanic	61
Black	67
Asian	56
Two or More	36
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	3

White
403 (64.3 %)
Black
67 (10.7 %)
Hispanic
61 (9.7 %)
Asian
56 (8.9 %)
Two or More
36 (5.7 %)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.5 %)
American Indian
1 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Hamilton Southeastern Schools
Phone:	(317)915-4270
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 4th
Total Students:	627
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	38.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	125
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	20

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 102

Kindergarten 78

Grade 1 110

Grade 2 91

Grade 3 122

Grade 4 124