Serving 447 students in grades 6-8, Creekside Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Creekside Junior High serves the eastern part of Pearl River, LA, encompassing an area of approximately 175.1 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 13.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Creekside Junior High School's student population of 447 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
447 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
Creekside Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creekside Junior High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#705 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Hispanic
12%
11%
Black
11%
42%
White
73%
41%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Forest Green, Khaki
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creekside Junior High School's ranking?
Creekside Junior High School is ranked #705 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Creekside Junior High School often compared to?
Creekside Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boyet Junior High School, St. Tammany Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Creekside Junior High School?
447 students attend Creekside Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Creekside Junior High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Creekside Junior High School?
Creekside Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Creekside Junior High School offer ?
Creekside Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Creekside Junior High School part of?
Creekside Junior High School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
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