Serving 1,053 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,053 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Creek Elementary School's student population of 1,053 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,053 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Creek Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#576 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
18%
14%
Black
31%
21%
White
38%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Creek Elementary School's ranking?
West Creek Elementary School is ranked #576 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are West Creek Elementary School often compared to?
West Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sango Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend West Creek Elementary School?
1,053 students attend West Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of West Creek Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Creek Elementary School?
West Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Creek Elementary School offer ?
West Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Creek Elementary School part of?
West Creek Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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