Serving 885 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 885 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Melissa Ridge Intermediate's attendance zone encompasses the entire Melissa, TX school district, covering approximately 31.4 square miles. Within this area, most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.2 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Creek Elementary School's student population of 885 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
885 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
North Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Creek Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1264 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Creek Elementary School's ranking?
North Creek Elementary School is ranked #1264 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are North Creek Elementary School often compared to?
North Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harry Mckillop Elementary School, Melissa High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend North Creek Elementary School?
885 students attend North Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of North Creek Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Creek Elementary School?
North Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Creek Elementary School offer ?
North Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is North Creek Elementary School part of?
North Creek Elementary School is part of Melissa Independent School District.
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