Serving 356 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Lake Prairie Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Prairie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Prairie Elementary School's student population of 356 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Lake Prairie Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Prairie Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#62 out of 1743 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
83%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Tri-Creek School Corporation School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Prairie Elementary School is ranked #62 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Lake Prairie Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Prairie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Hill Elementary School, Three Creeks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Lake Prairie Elementary School?
356 students attend Lake Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Lake Prairie Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Prairie Elementary School?
Lake Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lake Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Lake Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Prairie Elementary School part of?
Lake Prairie Elementary School is part of Tri-Creek School Corporation School District.
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