Serving 698 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Spring Creek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Spring Creek Elementary serves the southern part of Chattanooga, TN, covering an area of approximately 6.1 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spring Creek Elementary School's student population of 698 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
698 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
48 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Rankings
Spring Creek Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Creek Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1066 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
48%
16%
Black
21%
20%
White
21%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Spring Creek Elementary School is ranked #1066 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Spring Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Spring Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Spring Creek Elementary School?
698 students attend Spring Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Spring Creek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Spring Creek Elementary School offer ?
Spring Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spring Creek Elementary School part of?
Spring Creek Elementary School is part of Hamilton County School District.
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