Spring Creek - 6th Grade

8031 Ne University Ave.
Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 544 students in grades 6, Spring Creek - 6th Grade ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6
  • Enrollment: 544 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Top 50% in IA
  • : 81% (Top 20%)
  • : 69% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Spring Creek - 6th Grade ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Spring Creek - 6th Grade's student population of 544 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Spring Creek - 6th Grade ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Creek - 6th Grade is 0.49, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IA)
#520 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(22-23)
81%
68%
69%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
12%
13%
Black
9%
7%
White
70%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.49
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Spring Creek - 6th Grade's ranking?
Spring Creek - 6th Grade is ranked #520 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Spring Creek - 6th Grade?
544 students attend Spring Creek - 6th Grade.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Spring Creek - 6th Grade students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spring Creek - 6th Grade?
Spring Creek - 6th Grade has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spring Creek - 6th Grade offer ?
Spring Creek - 6th Grade offers enrollment in grades 6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spring Creek - 6th Grade part of?
Spring Creek - 6th Grade is part of Southeast Polk Comm School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6
  • Enrollment: 544 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 81% (Top 20%)
  • : 69% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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