Serving 759 students in grades 6-8, Creekside Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 759 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Math Proficiency: 66%
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20% in CA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creekside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Creekside Middle School's student population of 759 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
759 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Creekside Middle School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)66%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
40%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
25%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Creekside Middle School often compared to?
Creekside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Creekside Middle School?
759 students attend Creekside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Creekside Middle School students are Asian, 25% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Creekside Middle School?
Creekside Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Creekside Middle School offer ?
Creekside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Creekside Middle School part of?
Creekside Middle School is part of Castro Valley Unified School District.
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