Serving 813 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 813 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Creek Elementary School's student population of 813 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
813 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Creek Elementary 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
#1624 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
14%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
56%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Creek Elementary School's ranking?
North Creek Elementary School is ranked #1624 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are North Creek Elementary School often compared to?
North Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harry Mckillop Elementary School, Blue Ridge Elementary School, Melissa Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend North Creek Elementary School?
813 students attend North Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of North Creek Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Creek Elementary School?
North Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Creek Elementary School offer ?
North Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is North Creek Elementary School part of?
North Creek Elementary School is part of Melissa Independent School District.
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