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#8 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 1% in state

Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park

Elementary School · Boulder Valley School District No. Re2

3740 MARTIN DRIVE, Boulder, CO 80305

Enrollment

368

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

9.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#8 of 1,815

In Boulder

#2 of 29

public schools

In district

#2 of 54

Boulder Valley School District No. Re2

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park

9.3/10

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High Peaks Elementary School

9.2/10

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About Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park

Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park is a public elementary school in Boulder, CO, part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2. Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio.

Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #8 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 9.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.1
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency75% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77.4% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+38.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+32.5 pts
Overall Proficiency76% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+28.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile98th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,172
Chronic Absenteeism26.1%

Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park — Students at Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 66.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 35 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
54.5%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
54.5%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
62%
2025
Math
75.1%
ELA
77.5%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park Compares

See how Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.3/10
100th percentile in CO
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3740 MARTIN DRIVE, Boulder, CO 80305

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. High Peaks Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Bear Creek Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mesa Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Boulder, see our Boulder schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Community Montessori School Boulder 0.6 mi 7.2
Summit Middle Charter School Boulder 0.7 mi 9.5
Horizons K-8 School Boulder 0.7 mi 8.5
BIXBY SCHOOL Boulder 0.8 mi 6.3
High Peaks Elementary School Boulder 1.0 mi 9.2
Boulder Community School/Integrated Studies Boulder 1.0 mi 7.8
Southern Hills Middle School Boulder 1.1 mi 8.8
Bear Creek Elementary School Boulder 1.0 mi 9.1
Fairview High School Boulder 1.2 mi 8.6
New Vista High School Boulder 1.2 mi 7.9
Mesa Elementary School Boulder 1.4 mi 9.1
Manhattan Middle School of the Arts and Academics Boulder 1.1 mi 8.3
Eisenhower Elementary School Boulder 1.5 mi 9.1
University Hill Elementary School Boulder 1.5 mi 7.6
COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boulder 1.5 mi
Boulder High School Boulder 2.0 mi 8.3
Whittier Elementary School Boulder 2.4 mi 7.0
Flatirons Elementary School Boulder 2.2 mi 8.5
Williamsburg Academy of Colorado Boulder 2.5 mi
Nevin Platt Middle School Boulder 2.3 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$120,933

Median Home Value

$985,700

Median Rent

$2,198/mo

Population

16,101

College Educated

82.5%

Homeownership

62.4%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Median Age

37.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Sleeping Giant School Steamboat Springs, CO 9.4
High Peaks Elementary School Boulder, CO 9.2
Highlands Elementary School Erie, CO 9.2
McKinley-Thatcher Elementary School Denver, CO 9.2
Steele Elementary School Denver, CO 9.2
Bear Creek Elementary School Boulder, CO 9.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park

What grades does Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park serve?

Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park?

Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park?

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

How does Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park rank in CO?

Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park ranks #8 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park's MySchoolScout rating?

Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Elementary School at Martin Park?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park a charter school?

No, Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park a Title I school?

No, Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park?

29.1% of students at Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park 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
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
52 Good Transit
Bike Score
96 Biker’s Paradise

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Compare This School

How does Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park stack up?

High Peaks Elementary School
9.2
University Hill Elementary School
7.6
Eisenhower Elementary School
9.1
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Boulder County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.1%

District

Boulder Valley School District No. Re2
District Enrollment
28,357
Schools in District
56
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,172
District Rank
#2 of 54

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