Serving 532 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Spring Creek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Spring Creek Elementary School's student population of 532 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Spring Creek Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Creek Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1787 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
22%
28%
Black
21%
17%
White
41%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Spring Creek Elementary School is ranked #1787 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Spring Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Spring Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clifford P Carlson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Spring Creek Elementary School?
532 students attend Spring Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Spring Creek Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring Creek Elementary School?
Spring Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spring Creek Elementary School offer ?
Spring Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Spring Creek Elementary School part of?
Spring Creek Elementary School is part of Rockford SD 205 School District.
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