Serving 581 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Creekside Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creekside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Creekside Elementary School's student population of 581 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
581 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Creekside Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creekside Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#48 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
42%
9%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
41%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creekside Elementary School's ranking?
Creekside Elementary School is ranked #48 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Creekside Elementary School often compared to?
Creekside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cascade Ridge Elementary School, Newcastle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Creekside Elementary School?
581 students attend Creekside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Creekside Elementary School students are Asian, 41% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Creekside Elementary School?
Creekside Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Creekside Elementary School offer ?
Creekside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Creekside Elementary School part of?
Creekside Elementary School is part of Issaquah School District.
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