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#3550 of 4,742 schools in NY
Spring Creek Community School
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
1065 ELTON ST, Brooklyn, NY 11239
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
5.0
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
5.0
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,550 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#433 of 570
public schools
In district
#36 of 52
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Spring Creek Community School
Spring Creek Community School is a public high school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19. Spring Creek Community School serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring Creek Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,550 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Spring Creek Community School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Spring Creek Community School 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.
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Spring Creek Community School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
97% of students at Spring Creek Community School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Spring Creek Community School — Students at Spring Creek Community School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How Spring Creek Community School Compares
See how Spring Creek Community School 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
1065 ELTON ST, Brooklyn, NY 11239
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spring Creek Community School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SCHOOL FOR CLASSICS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EAST NEW YORK ARTS AND CIVICS HIGH SCHOOL (THE) (rated 5.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ACADEMY FOR YOUNG WRITERS (rated 4.5/10), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11239 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,675
Median Home Value
$580,400
Median Rent
$1,016/mo
Population
16,047
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
7.5%
Poverty Rate
24.8%
Median Age
48.8
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| BRONX INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 5.0 |
| EAST ROCHESTER JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Rochester, NY | 5.0 |
| PULASKI MIDDLE-HIGH SCHOOL Pulaski, NY | 5.0 |
| BROCTON MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL Brocton, NY | 5.1 |
| BRONX RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 4.9 |
| BROOKLYN SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spring Creek Community School
What grades does Spring Creek Community School serve?
Spring Creek Community School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Spring Creek Community School?
Spring Creek Community School has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Creek Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Spring Creek Community School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Spring Creek Community School rank in NY?
Spring Creek Community School ranks #3,550 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Spring Creek Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Spring Creek Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Creek Community School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Spring Creek Community School a charter school?
No, Spring Creek Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spring Creek Community School a Title I school?
No, Spring Creek Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spring Creek Community School?
86.5% of students at Spring Creek Community 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 378
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 97.4%
- Phone
- (718) 688-7200
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19- District Enrollment
- 19,963
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #36 of 52
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