Serving 728 students in grades 6-8, Spring Creek Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 728 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Spring Creek Middle School's student population of 728 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 357% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
728 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Spring Creek Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Creek Middle School is 0.33, 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
#364 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
19:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
14%
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
81%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Creek Middle School's ranking?
Spring Creek Middle School is ranked #364 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Spring Creek Middle School?
728 students attend Spring Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Spring Creek Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spring Creek Middle School?
Spring Creek Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Spring Creek Middle School offer ?
Spring Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spring Creek Middle School part of?
Spring Creek Middle School is part of Elko School District.
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