Serving 541 students in grades 2-3, Creekside Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creekside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Creekside Elementary School's student population of 541 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Creekside Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creekside Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#59 out of 1285 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
1%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
25%
32%
White
54%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creekside Elementary School's ranking?
Creekside Elementary School is ranked #59 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Creekside Elementary School?
541 students attend Creekside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Creekside Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Creekside Elementary School?
Creekside Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Creekside Elementary School offer ?
Creekside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Creekside Elementary School part of?
Creekside Elementary School is part of Auburn City School District.
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