Serving 1,162 students in grades 6-8, Creekside Park J High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,162 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creekside Park J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Creekside Park J High School's student population of 1,162 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,162 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Creekside Park J High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creekside Park J High School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#287 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
39%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
45%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creekside Park J High School's ranking?
Creekside Park J High School is ranked #287 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Creekside Park J High School?
1,162 students attend Creekside Park J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Creekside Park J High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Creekside Park J High School?
Creekside Park J High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Creekside Park J High School offer ?
Creekside Park J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Creekside Park J High School part of?
Creekside Park J High School is part of Tomball Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Creekside Park J High School located?
Creekside Park J High School is located in the Creekside Park neighborhood of Tomball, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Creekside Park.
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