Excellent
#176 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 9% in state
Spring Creek Elementary
Elementary School · NORTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1400 MAPLE ST, Northfield, MN 55057
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#176 of 1,992
In Northfield
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 7
NORTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Spring Creek Elementary
Spring Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Northfield, MN, part of NORTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Spring Creek Elementary serves approximately 462 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #176 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Spring Creek Elementary show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Spring Creek Elementary — Students at Spring Creek Elementary score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN 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: 7.2/10.
How Spring Creek Elementary Compares
See how Spring Creek Elementary 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
1400 MAPLE ST, Northfield, MN 55057
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spring Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PRAIRIE CREEK COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 7.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BRIDGEWATER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GREENVALE PARK ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Northfield, see our Northfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTHFIELD SENIOR HIGH Northfield | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| BRIDGEWATER ELEMENTARY Northfield | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| NORTHFIELD MIDDLE Northfield | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| ST DOMINIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Northfield | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| NORTHFIELD AREA LEARNING CENTER Northfield | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| NORTHFIELD MONTESSORI Northfield | 1.8 mi | — |
| GREENVALE PARK ELEMENTARY Northfield | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Northfield Community Education Cntr Northfield | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| ARCADIA CHARTER SCHOOL Northfield | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| PRAIRIE CREEK COMMUNITY SCHOOL Northfield | 7.2 mi | 8.8 |
| NERSTRAND CHARTER SCHOOL Nerstrand | 8.4 mi | 5.3 |
| RANDOLPH ELEMENTARY Randolph | 8.5 mi | 5.1 |
| RANDOLPH SECONDARY Randolph | 8.5 mi | 4.6 |
| FARIBAULT AREA LEARNING CENTER Faribault | 10.4 mi | 7.1 |
| CANNON RIVER STEM SCHOOL Faribault | 10.8 mi | 4.0 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY Faribault | 11.2 mi | 4.2 |
| SHATTUCK-ST. MARYS SCHOOL Faribault | 11.2 mi | 9.5 |
| MN ACADEMY FOR THE DEAF Faribault | 11.5 mi | 6.6 |
| GLORY ACADEMY Lakeville | 11.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Discovery Public School - Faribault Faribault | 11.7 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55057 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,521
Median Home Value
$338,800
Median Rent
$1,042/mo
Population
25,458
College Educated
48.9%
Homeownership
74.6%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
32.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spring Creek Elementary
What grades does Spring Creek Elementary serve?
Spring Creek Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Spring Creek Elementary?
Spring Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 462 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Spring Creek Elementary is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Spring Creek Elementary rank in MN?
Spring Creek Elementary ranks #176 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Spring Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Spring Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Spring Creek Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Creek Elementary has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Spring Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Spring Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spring Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Spring Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spring Creek Elementary?
31.0% of students at Spring Creek 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 462
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Rice County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.0%
- Phone
- (507) 645-3470
Resources & Links
District
NORTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,875
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,214
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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