Very Good
#289 of 1,288 schools in LA
Top 22% in state
Creekside Junior High
Middle School · St. Tammany Parish
65434 Highway 41, Pearl River, LA 70452
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#289 of 1,288
In Pearl River
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#21 of 55
St. Tammany Parish
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Creekside Junior High
Middle School in Pearl River · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Creekside Junior High
Creekside Junior High is a public middle school in Pearl River, LA, part of St. Tammany Parish. Creekside Junior High serves approximately 464 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
Creekside Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #289 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for Creekside Junior High show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- LA avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Creekside Junior High — Students at Creekside Junior High score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.6/10.
How Creekside Junior High Compares
See how Creekside Junior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
65434 Highway 41, Pearl River, LA 70452
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Creekside Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Boyet Junior High School (rated 8.0/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Slidell), with a very similar rating. Another option is Slidell Junior High School (rated 7.5/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Slidell), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Little Oak Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Slidell), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pearl River, see our Pearl River schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pearl River High School Pearl River | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Riverside Elementary School Pearl River | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Little Pearl Elementary School Pearl River | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Alton Elementary School Slidell | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Whispering Forest Elementary School Slidell | 4.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Clearwood Junior High School Slidell | 4.9 mi | 7.1 |
| HARVEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Slidell | 4.9 mi | — |
| Bonne Ecole Elementary School Slidell | 6.4 mi | 6.0 |
| SLIDELL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Slidell | 6.4 mi | 6.7 |
| CHILDREN'S COLLEGE Slidell | 6.4 mi | — |
| Boyet Junior High School Slidell | 6.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Slidell High School Slidell | 6.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Little Oak Middle School Slidell | 6.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Florida Avenue Elementary School Slidell | 6.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Carolyn Park Middle Slidell | 7.0 mi | 7.0 |
| EARLY LRNG CTR AT GRACE MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH Slidell | 7.0 mi | — |
| Slidell Junior High School Slidell | 7.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Bayou Woods Elementary School Slidell | 7.0 mi | 8.3 |
| POPE JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Slidell | 7.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Sixth Ward Elementary School Pearl River | 7.3 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70452 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,046
Median Home Value
$219,900
Median Rent
$858/mo
Population
13,290
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
84.5%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
43.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Anderson Middle School New Iberia, LA | 7.7 |
| Sterlington Middle School Sterlington, LA | 7.8 |
| Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School Alexandria, LA | 7.6 |
| Judice Middle School Duson, LA | 7.6 |
| Caldwell Parish Junior High School Columbia, LA | 7.9 |
| Lockport Middle School Lockport, LA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Creekside Junior High
What grades does Creekside Junior High serve?
Creekside Junior High serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Creekside Junior High?
Creekside Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 464 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Creekside Junior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Creekside Junior High is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Creekside Junior High rank in LA?
Creekside Junior High ranks #289 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Creekside Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Creekside Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Junior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Creekside Junior High has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Creekside Junior High a charter school?
No, Creekside Junior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Creekside Junior High a Title I school?
No, Creekside Junior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Creekside Junior High?
56.9% of students at Creekside Junior High 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 464
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- St. Tammany Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.3%
- Phone
- (985) 863-5882
Resources & Links
District
St. Tammany Parish- District Enrollment
- 38,794
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,823
- District Rank
- #21 of 55
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