Serving 513 students in grades 5-6, Creekside Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan 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 Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creekside Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Creekside Intermediate School's student population of 513 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Creekside Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creekside Intermediate School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#602 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
93%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creekside Intermediate School's ranking?
Creekside Intermediate School is ranked #602 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Creekside Intermediate School?
513 students attend Creekside Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Creekside Intermediate School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Creekside Intermediate School?
Creekside Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Creekside Intermediate School offer ?
Creekside Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Creekside Intermediate School part of?
Creekside Intermediate School is part of Dexter Community School District.
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