Creekside Middle School vs West Clay Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 465 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Creekside Middle School
Carmel · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,428 students
West Clay Elementary School
Carmel · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
580 students
| Measure | Creekside Middle School Carmel, Indiana | West Clay Elementary School Carmel, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #1 of 335 | #5 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #655 of 15,369 | #1340 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,428 | 580 |
| Enrollment | 1,428 | 580 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 8.7% | 4.3% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 88% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 81% | 84% |
| city | Carmel | Carmel |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Clay Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.9 vs 85.8).
- •West Clay Elementary School does better on math proficiency (84% vs 81%).
- •Creekside Middle School does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 78%).
- •West Clay Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (4.3% vs 8.7%).
- •West Clay Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 18.8).
- •Creekside Middle School is the larger school with 1,428 students compared with 580.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Creekside Middle School better than West Clay Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), West Clay Elementary School ranks higher (87.9 vs 85.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Creekside Middle School and West Clay Elementary School?
About 465 m in a straight line, between Carmel and Carmel in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Creekside Middle School: 1,428. West Clay Elementary School: 580. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Creekside Middle School and West Clay Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Creekside Middle School is 1st of 335 and West Clay Elementary School is 5th of 1,053 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).