Serving 411 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Spring Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spring Creek Elementary School's student population of 411 students has declined by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spring Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Creek Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#238 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
10%
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
85%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Spring Creek Elementary School is ranked #238 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Spring Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Spring Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sage Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Spring Creek Elementary School?
411 students attend Spring Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Spring Creek Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spring Creek Elementary School?
Spring Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Spring Creek Elementary School offer ?
Spring Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Spring Creek Elementary School part of?
Spring Creek Elementary School is part of Elko School District.
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