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Excellent

#334 of 1,356 schools in AL

Top 25% in state

Based on limited data

Creekside Primary School

Elementary School · Limestone County

16049 Sanderson Road, Harvest, AL 35749

Enrollment

594

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alabama schools

#334 of 1,356

In Harvest

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#6 of 16

Limestone County

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Creekside Primary School

8.0/10

Elementary School in Harvest · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Creekside Elementary School

8.4/10

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8.3/10

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About Creekside Primary School

Creekside Primary School is a public elementary school in Harvest, AL, part of Limestone County. Creekside Primary School serves approximately 594 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Creekside Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #334 of 1,356 schools in AL.

Structured state assessment records for Creekside Primary School show 89% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 ACAP). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.0
  • AL avg 7.4

What Parents Should Know

Creekside Primary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics9.8Excellent60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Reading/ELA Proficiency88.9% (2024 ACAP)
Reading vs. State Avg+6.1 pts
Overall Proficiency89% (2024 ACAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2024 ACAP)
vs. Expected+31.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
Resources & Environment5.4Average40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,240
Chronic Absenteeism24.6%

Creekside Primary School — Students at Creekside Primary School score 89% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency N/A
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 88.9% (2024 ACAP)
School
State
82.8% (2024 ACAP)

Based on 1 test record from AL state assessments. About our data

How Creekside Primary School Compares

See how Creekside Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
75th percentile in AL
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.6%

Location

16049 Sanderson Road, Harvest, AL 35749

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Creekside Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mill Creek Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. Another option is Heritage Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Columbia Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Harvest, see our Harvest schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Creekside Elementary School Harvest 0.0 mi 8.4
Endeavor Elementary School Harvest 0.8 mi 8.3
East Limestone High School Athens 2.1 mi 5.4
LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Harvest 3.0 mi 7.0
Legacy Elementary School Madison 3.1 mi 7.8
MADISON BAPTIST ACADEMY Madison 3.9 mi 6.7
Liberty Middle School Madison 4.0 mi 7.7
Columbia Elementary School Madison 4.3 mi 9.0
Heritage Elementary School Madison 4.8 mi 9.2
WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACAD - LOWER SCHOOL CAMPUS Madison 4.1 mi 7.5
Discovery Middle School Madison 4.6 mi 7.7
Rainbow Elementary School Madison 4.5 mi 8.7
Harvest School Harvest 4.9 mi 7.0
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Madison 5.1 mi 6.4
Monrovia Middle School Huntsville 4.7 mi 5.9
Monrovia Elementary School Huntsville 4.7 mi 8.6
James Clemens High School Madison 5.8 mi 7.0
Johnson Elementary School Athens 5.9 mi 7.7
Bob Jones High School Madison 5.8 mi 6.6
Mill Creek Elementary School Madison 6.3 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 35749 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,866

Median Home Value

$270,300

Median Rent

$1,294/mo

Population

29,297

College Educated

37.1%

Homeownership

90.7%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

40.6

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Cedar Hill Elementary School Ardmore, AL 8.0
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Colbert Heights Elementary School Tuscumbia, AL 8.0
Cora Castlen Elementary Grand Bay, AL 8.0
Dawes Intermediate School Mobile, AL 8.0
Glencoe Elementary School Glencoe, AL 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Creekside Primary School

What grades does Creekside Primary School serve?

Creekside Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Creekside Primary School?

Creekside Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 594 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Creekside Primary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Creekside Primary School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Creekside Primary School rank in AL?

Creekside Primary School ranks #334 of 1,356 schools in AL.

What is Creekside Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Creekside Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Creekside Primary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Creekside Primary School has 89% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 ACAP).

Is Creekside Primary School a charter school?

No, Creekside Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Creekside Primary School a Title I school?

No, Creekside Primary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Creekside Primary School?

44.8% of students at Creekside Primary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
594
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Limestone County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.6%

District

Limestone County
District Enrollment
15,893
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,240
District Rank
#6 of 16

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