Serving 489 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Creekside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creekside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Creekside Elementary School's student population of 489 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
489 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Creekside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creekside Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1131 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
40%
28%
Black
19%
16%
White
31%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creekside Elementary School's ranking?
Creekside Elementary School is ranked #1131 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Creekside Elementary School often compared to?
Creekside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood Falls Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Creekside Elementary School?
489 students attend Creekside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Creekside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Creekside Elementary School?
Creekside Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Creekside Elementary School offer ?
Creekside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Creekside Elementary School part of?
Creekside Elementary School is part of Plainfield SD 202 School District.
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