Serving 1,755 students in grades 9-12, West Creek High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,755 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Creek High School's student population of 1,755 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,755 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Creek High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Creek High School is 0.74, 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
#938 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
22%
14%
Black
34%
21%
White
31%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 High School's ranking?
West Creek High School is ranked #938 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are West Creek High School often compared to?
West Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarksville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Creek High School?
The graduation rate of West Creek High School is 94%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend West Creek High School?
1,755 students attend West Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of West Creek High School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 22% 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 High School?
West Creek High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Creek High School offer ?
West Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Creek High School part of?
West Creek High School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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