Serving 585 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Creekside Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Creekside Elementary serves the southern part of San Diego, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 0.8 miles to the nearest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creekside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Creekside Elementary School's student population of 585 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
585 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Creekside Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creekside Elementary School is 0.69, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#339 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
39%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Gecko
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creekside Elementary School's ranking?
Creekside Elementary School is ranked #339 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Creekside Elementary School often compared to?
Creekside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Village Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Creekside Elementary School?
585 students attend Creekside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Creekside Elementary School students are Asian, 37% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Creekside Elementary School?
Creekside Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Creekside Elementary School offer ?
Creekside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Creekside Elementary School part of?
Creekside Elementary School is part of Poway Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Creekside Elementary School located?
Creekside Elementary School is located in the Sabre Springs neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Sabre Springs.
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