Serving 555 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 equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Creekside Elementary serves the northern part of Sammamish, WA, covering an area of approximately 4.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the school, reaching up to 2.2 miles at the furthest edge of the attendance zone.
- 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 555 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
555 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.64, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
45%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
9%
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?
555 students attend Creekside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Creekside Elementary School students are Asian, 38% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% 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 equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
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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