Serving 749 students in grades 6-8, Creekside Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creekside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Creekside Middle School's student population of 749 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Rankings
Creekside Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creekside Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1377 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
42%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creekside Middle School's ranking?
Creekside Middle School is ranked #1377 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Creekside Middle School often compared to?
Creekside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Creekside Middle School?
749 students attend Creekside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Creekside Middle School students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Creekside Middle School?
Creekside Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Creekside Middle School offer ?
Creekside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Creekside Middle School part of?
Creekside Middle School is part of Castro Valley Unified School District.
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