Serving 554 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Creekside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Creekside Elementary serves the southwest part of Durham, NC, covering an area of approximately 24.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Creekside Elementary School's student population of 554 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
554 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Rankings
Creekside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creekside Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1777 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Hispanic
35%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Black
22%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
28%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creekside Elementary School's ranking?
Creekside Elementary School is ranked #1777 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Creekside Elementary School often compared to?
Creekside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pearsontown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Creekside Elementary School?
554 students attend Creekside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Creekside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Creekside Elementary School?
Creekside Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Creekside Elementary School offer ?
Creekside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Creekside Elementary School part of?
Creekside Elementary School is part of Durham School District.
In what neighborhood is Creekside Elementary School located?
Creekside Elementary School is located in the Farrington neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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