Serving 534 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Creekside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Creekside Elementary serves the west part of Salinas, CA, with an attendance zone that covers approximately 0.5 square miles. Families within this area can typically reach the school within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with the furthest edge being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Creekside Elementary School's student population of 534 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
534 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Creekside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% 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 0.17, which is less 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
#6241 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
White
3%
20%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Beige, White, Purple, Green, Black, and Gray
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 #6241 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Creekside Elementary School often compared to?
Creekside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John E. Steinbeck Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Creekside Elementary School?
534 students attend Creekside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Creekside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Creekside Elementary School?
Creekside Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, 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-6
What school district is Creekside Elementary School part of?
Creekside Elementary School is part of Alisal Union School District.
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