Serving 1,111 students in grades 6-8, Creekside Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,111 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairfield Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Fairfield, OH, encompassing an area of 35.3 square miles. Typically, it takes about 10-12 minutes to drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 3.5 miles and the furthest edge located 7.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Creekside Middle School's student population of 1,111 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,111 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Excellence, Preparation for Life, Opportunities for All.
School Rankings
Creekside Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (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 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1961 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
21%
8%
Black
23%
17%
White
41%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creekside Middle School's ranking?
Creekside Middle School is ranked #1961 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Creekside Middle School often compared to?
Creekside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crossroads Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Creekside Middle School?
1,111 students attend Creekside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Creekside Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Creekside Middle School?
Creekside Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Creekside Middle School offer ?
Creekside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Creekside Middle School part of?
Creekside Middle School is part of Fairfield City School District.
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