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#365 of 1,284 schools in KY

Top 28% in state

Creekside Elementary

Elementary School · Scott County

1100 East Main Street Extended, Georgetown, KY 40324

Enrollment

600

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#365 of 1,284

In Georgetown

#3 of 15

public schools

In district

#3 of 16

Scott County

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Creekside Elementary

7.3/10

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

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3.6/10

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6.8/10

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About Creekside Elementary

Creekside Elementary is a public elementary school in Georgetown, KY, part of Scott County. Creekside Elementary serves approximately 600 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Creekside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #365 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Creekside Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.4
  • KY avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Creekside Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+0.18 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2025
TrendStable
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.7% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.7% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected-11.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,100
Chronic Absenteeism17.3%

Creekside Elementary — Students at Creekside Elementary score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 26.5% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.3% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 14 test records from KY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2020*
Math
23%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
33%
ELA
51%
2025
Math
26.7%
ELA
43.7%

* 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 Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
72th percentile in KY
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
6.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.3%

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

1100 East Main Street Extended, Georgetown, KY 40324

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Creekside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rise STEM Academy for Girls (rated 9.7/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Lexington), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOHN SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sandersville Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Lexington), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Georgetown, see our Georgetown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Lemons Mill Elementary School Georgetown 1.3 mi 3.6
Georgetown Middle School Georgetown 1.3 mi 6.8
Southern Elementary School Georgetown 1.4 mi 3.4
Garth Elementary School Georgetown 1.4 mi 7.4
PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Georgetown 1.9 mi 7.3
CHILDREN'S MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF GEORGETOWN Georgetown 1.8 mi
ST JOHN SCHOOL Georgetown 2.2 mi 7.8
The Stables Lexington 2.7 mi 3.9
Royal Spring Middle School Georgetown 2.9 mi 5.9
Scott County Middle School Georgetown 2.7 mi 7.7
Phoenix Horizon Community Georgetown 2.8 mi 6.1
Scott County High School Georgetown 2.9 mi 6.2
Anne Mason Elementary School Georgetown 3.0 mi 4.7
Scott County Preschool Georgetown 3.3 mi 3.8
Eastern Elementary School Georgetown 3.4 mi 5.2
Western Elementary School Georgetown 3.5 mi 5.3
Great Crossing High School Georgetown 3.6 mi 6.9
Future Forward Education & Career Center Lexington 6.4 mi 3.5
Sandersville Elementary Lexington 7.0 mi 7.8
Rise STEM Academy for Girls Lexington 7.0 mi 9.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40324 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,012

Median Home Value

$262,700

Median Rent

$1,188/mo

Population

52,173

College Educated

33.7%

Homeownership

69.7%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

11%

Median Age

35.2

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LaGrange Elementary School Lagrange, KY 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Creekside Elementary

What grades does Creekside Elementary serve?

Creekside Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Creekside Elementary?

Creekside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 600 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Creekside Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Creekside Elementary is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Creekside Elementary rank in KY?

Creekside Elementary ranks #365 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Creekside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Creekside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Creekside Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

Is Creekside Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Creekside Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

54.3% of students at Creekside Elementary 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
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
600
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Scott County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.3%

District

Scott County
District Enrollment
9,873
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,100
District Rank
#3 of 16

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