Serving 542 students in grades 1-5, Creekside Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creekside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Creekside Elementary School's student population of 542 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Creekside Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creekside Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#141 out of 1285 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
20%
32%
White
65%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creekside Elementary School's ranking?
Creekside Elementary School is ranked #141 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Creekside Elementary School often compared to?
Creekside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnson Elementary School, Cedar Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Creekside Elementary School?
542 students attend Creekside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Creekside Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Creekside Elementary School?
Creekside Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Creekside Elementary School offer ?
Creekside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Creekside Elementary School part of?
Creekside Elementary School is part of Limestone County School District.
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