Excellent
#937 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 10% in state
Creekside Middle
Middle School · Castro Valley Unified
PO Box 2146, Castro Valley, CA 94546
Enrollment
749
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
8.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
749
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
8.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#937 of 9,539
In Castro Valley
#2 of 14
public schools
In district
#2 of 14
Castro Valley Unified
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Creekside Middle
Middle School in Castro Valley · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Creekside Middle
Creekside Middle is a public middle school in Castro Valley, CA, part of Castro Valley Unified. Creekside Middle serves approximately 749 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Creekside Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #937 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Creekside Middle show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Creekside Middle runs 21.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Creekside Middle — Students at Creekside Middle score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.
How Creekside Middle Compares
See how Creekside Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 2146, Castro Valley, CA 94546
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Creekside Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Proctor Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Chabot Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Marshall Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Castro Valley, see our Castro Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Marshall Elementary Castro Valley | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Vannoy Elementary Castro Valley | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Independent Elementary Castro Valley | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Canyon Middle Castro Valley | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| REDWOOD CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Castro Valley | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Castro Valley High Castro Valley | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Fairview Elementary Hayward | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Proctor Elementary Castro Valley | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Castro Valley Elementary Castro Valley | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL AT FIVE CANYONS Castro Valley | 1.3 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Castro Valley | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Our Lady of Grace School Castro Valley | 1.2 mi | — |
| THE MONTESSORI GIVING TREE Castro Valley | 1.5 mi | — |
| East Avenue Elementary Hayward | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Hayward High Hayward | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Rising Star Sped Academy Hayward | 1.7 mi | — |
| OneSchool Global - San Francisco Castro Valley | 1.6 mi | — |
| ANCHOR EDUCATION Castro Valley | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Chabot Elementary Castro Valley | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| All Saints Catholic School Hayward | 2.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94546 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,780
Median Home Value
$976,300
Median Rent
$2,506/mo
Population
45,848
College Educated
41.4%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
33.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
42.1
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| Cooper Middle Fresno, CA | 8.4 |
| Davis Middle Compton, CA | 8.4 |
| De Anza Middle Ontario, CA | 8.4 |
| Diablo Vista Middle Danville, CA | 8.4 |
| Edna Brewer Middle Oakland, CA | 8.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Creekside Middle
What grades does Creekside Middle serve?
Creekside Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Creekside Middle?
Creekside Middle has an enrollment of approximately 749 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Creekside Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Creekside Middle is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Creekside Middle rank in CA?
Creekside Middle ranks #937 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Creekside Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Creekside Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Creekside Middle has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Creekside Middle a charter school?
No, Creekside Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Creekside Middle a Title I school?
No, Creekside Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Creekside Middle?
36.4% of students at Creekside Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 749
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.4%
- Phone
- (510) 247-0665
Resources & Links
District
Castro Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,489
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,627
- District Rank
- #2 of 14
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