Serving 378 students in grades 6-12, Spring Creek Community School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Creek Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Spring Creek Community School's student population of 378 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 26, 2026
School Rankings
Spring Creek Community School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Creek Community School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3988 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
22%
30%
Black
70%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Creek Community School's ranking?
Spring Creek Community School is ranked #3988 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Spring Creek Community School often compared to?
Spring Creek Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Brooklyn Community High School, Williamsburg Preparatory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spring Creek Community School?
The graduation rate of Spring Creek Community School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Spring Creek Community School?
378 students attend Spring Creek Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Spring Creek Community School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring Creek Community School?
Spring Creek Community School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Spring Creek Community School offer ?
Spring Creek Community School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Spring Creek Community School part of?
Spring Creek Community School is part of New York City Geographic District #19 School District.
In what neighborhood is Spring Creek Community School located?
Spring Creek Community School is located in the Spring Creek neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Spring Creek.
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Spring creek is an amazing learning opportunity. they are very good and they teach things that most schools don't.
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