Serving 546 students in grades 2-3, Creekside Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Creekside Elementary School's student population of 546 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Creekside Elementary School ranks within the top 5% 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 0.64, 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
#59 out of 1285 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
1%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
24%
32%
White
54%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creekside Elementary School's ranking?
Creekside Elementary School is ranked #59 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Creekside Elementary School?
546 students attend Creekside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Creekside Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Creekside Elementary School?
Creekside Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Creekside Elementary School offer ?
Creekside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Creekside Elementary School part of?
Creekside Elementary School is part of Auburn City School District.
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