Serving 754 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Creekside Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Castro Valley school district, covering approximately 75.4 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school's central location to the edge of the zone being about 5.9 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 10.3 miles.
- 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
School Overview
Creekside Middle School's student population of 754 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
754 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Motto
Cultivating Academic Excellence, Equity, and Responsibility
School Rankings
Creekside Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creekside Middle School is 0.70, 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
#1233 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Asian
47%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
18%
20%
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creekside Middle School's ranking?
Creekside Middle School is ranked #1233 out of 9,523 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?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
754 students attend Creekside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Creekside Middle School students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Creekside Middle School?
Creekside Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than 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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