Serving 773 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Creekside Charter Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 773 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creekside Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Creekside Charter Academy's student population of 773 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
773 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Creekside Charter Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creekside Charter Academy is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1930 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
40%
37%
Black
33%
21%
White
19%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creekside Charter Academy's ranking?
Creekside Charter Academy is ranked #1930 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Creekside Charter Academy often compared to?
Creekside Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Waterset Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Creekside Charter Academy?
773 students attend Creekside Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Creekside Charter Academy students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Creekside Charter Academy?
Creekside Charter Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Creekside Charter Academy offer ?
Creekside Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Creekside Charter Academy part of?
Creekside Charter Academy is part of Hillsborough School District.
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