Creekside High School is a public high school in the St. Johns County School District, located in northwest St. Johns County, Florida. The school was constructed to relieve overcrowding at Bartram Trail High School. The attendance boundary includes a portion of Fruit Cove.
Serving 2,479 students in grades 8-12, Creekside High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 2,479 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Creekside High School serves the northwest area of Saint Johns, FL, encompassing approximately 20.9 square miles. Most students typically drive between 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creekside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Creekside High School's student population of 2,479 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,479 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
Campus Size
77 acres (0.31 km2)
School Rankings
Creekside High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creekside High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#265 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creekside High School's ranking?
Creekside High School is ranked #265 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Creekside High School often compared to?
Creekside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bartram Trail High School, Allen D Nease Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Creekside High School?
The graduation rate of Creekside High School is 98%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Creekside High School?
2,479 students attend Creekside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Creekside High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Creekside High School?
Creekside High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Creekside High School offer ?
Creekside High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Creekside High School part of?
Creekside High School is part of St. Johns School District.
School Calendar
View the Creekside High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break-Student/Teacher Holiday
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break - Student/Teacher Holiday
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day for Students - All schools dismissed 1 hour early
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
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