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#1846 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 48% in state

Creekside Elementary School

Elementary School · Plainfield SD 202

13909 S Budler Rd, Plainfield, IL 60544

Enrollment

489

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,846 of 3,813

In Plainfield

#19 of 29

public schools

In district

#16 of 30

Plainfield SD 202

Academic performance

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Creekside Elementary School

6.3/10

Elementary School in Plainfield · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.7/10

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About Creekside Elementary School

Creekside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Plainfield, IL, part of Plainfield SD 202. Creekside Elementary School serves approximately 489 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Creekside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,846 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Creekside Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,896
Chronic Absenteeism20.7%

Creekside Elementary School — Students at Creekside Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
92%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
28%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
24%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
24%
2022
ELA
43%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Creekside Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
52th percentile in IL
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.7%

Location

13909 S Budler Rd, Plainfield, IL 60544

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Creekside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wayne Builta Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Bolingbrook), which scores notably higher. Another option is V Blanche Graham Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Naperville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Elizabeth Eichelberger Elem Sch (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Plainfield, see our Plainfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Lakewood Falls Elem School Plainfield 0.2 mi 5.7
Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary Romeoville 1.2 mi 5.6
Liberty Elementary School Bolingbrook 1.4 mi 6.7
Elizabeth Eichelberger Elem Sch Plainfield 1.9 mi 7.1
LITTLE EXPLORERS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Romeoville 1.6 mi
John F Kennedy Middle Sch Plainfield 2.0 mi 6.5
CREME DE LA CREME Romeoville 2.2 mi 6.3
Plainfield East High School Plainfield 2.6 mi 7.5
Indian Trail Middle School Plainfield 2.5 mi 6.0
MONTESSORI OF PLAINFIELD Plainfield 2.7 mi
Bonnie McBeth Learning Ctr Plainfield 3.2 mi 5.5
A Vito Martinez Middle School Romeoville 2.8 mi 8.3
Central Elem School Plainfield 3.3 mi 6.7
ST MARY IMMACULATE PARISH SCHOOL Plainfield 3.3 mi 6.1
Skoff Elementary Romeoville 3.2 mi 6.2
Pioneer Elementary School Bolingbrook 3.9 mi 6.6
Wayne Builta Elementary School Bolingbrook 4.0 mi 8.4
John J Lukancic Middle Sch Romeoville 3.2 mi 8.4
Plainfield High School Plainfield 3.4 mi 5.9
V Blanche Graham Elementary Naperville 3.9 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60544 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,447

Median Home Value

$311,700

Median Rent

$1,809/mo

Population

27,937

College Educated

42.9%

Homeownership

85.6%

Avg Commute

36.7 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Creekside Elementary School

What grades does Creekside Elementary School serve?

Creekside Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Creekside Elementary School?

Creekside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 489 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Creekside Elementary School is 12.5:1. 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 rank in IL?

Creekside Elementary School ranks #1,846 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Creekside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Creekside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Creekside Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Creekside Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Creekside Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

49.9% of students at Creekside Elementary 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
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
489
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Will County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.7%

District

Plainfield SD 202
District Enrollment
24,683
Schools in District
31
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,896
District Rank
#16 of 30

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