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Creek Wood High School

High School · Dickson County

3499 Highway 47 North, Charlotte, TN 37036

Enrollment

949

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

5.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,238 of 1,786

In Charlotte

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#13 of 17

Dickson County

Equity

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Creek Wood High School

5.5/10

High School in Charlotte · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.0/10

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About Creek Wood High School

Creek Wood High School is a public high school in Charlotte, TN, part of Dickson County. Creek Wood High School serves approximately 949 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Creek Wood High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,238 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Creek Wood High School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Creek Wood High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-9.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.5 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-3.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
College Readiness5.6Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate94%
AP Participation1.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,729
Chronic Absenteeism24.2%

Creek Wood High School — Students at Creek Wood High School score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 29.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 52.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
19%
ELA
56%
2010
Math
39%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
9%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
39%
2025
Math
29.3%
ELA
52.3%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Creek Wood High School Compares

See how Creek Wood High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
31th percentile in TN
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.4
Sports
1
1 boys' · 0 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
1.9% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics1sport offered
1 boys'·0 girls'·19 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

3499 Highway 47 North, Charlotte, TN 37036

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Creek Wood High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. New Directions Academy (rated 5.2/10, 3.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Harpeth High School (rated 5.2/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Kingston Springs), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Dickson County High School (rated 4.9/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Dickson), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Charlotte, see our Charlotte schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Charlotte Elementary Charlotte 3.8 mi 7.0
Charlotte Middle School Charlotte 3.9 mi 6.2
New Directions Academy Charlotte 3.9 mi 5.2
Dickson County Distance Learning Academy Charlotte 3.9 mi 5.4
White Bluff Elementary White Bluff 4.3 mi 7.1
W James Middle School White Bluff 4.9 mi 6.4
Stuart Burns Elementary Burns 6.9 mi 7.1
The Discovery School Dickson 6.3 mi 7.1
Dickson County High School Dickson 6.3 mi 4.9
Burns Middle School Burns 7.4 mi 8.3
Special Services Dickson 6.9 mi 3.6
Dickson Middle School Dickson 6.9 mi 5.6
Oakmont Elementary Dickson 7.6 mi 7.4
UNITED CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dickson 7.8 mi 5.7
Dickson Elementary Dickson 7.4 mi 7.4
Centennial Elementary Dickson 7.8 mi 7.9
Vanleer Elementary Vanleer 10.1 mi 6.8
Kingston Springs Elementary Kingston Springs 10.9 mi 9.1
Harpeth Middle School Kingston Springs 11.5 mi 4.9
Harpeth High School Kingston Springs 11.7 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37036 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,277

Median Home Value

$254,900

Median Rent

$878/mo

Population

6,653

College Educated

14.7%

Homeownership

93.6%

Avg Commute

36.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

39.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Creek Wood High School

What grades does Creek Wood High School serve?

Creek Wood High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Creek Wood High School?

Creek Wood High School has an enrollment of approximately 949 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Creek Wood High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Creek Wood High School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Creek Wood High School rank in TN?

Creek Wood High School ranks #1,238 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Creek Wood High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Creek Wood High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Creek Wood High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Creek Wood High School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Creek Wood High School a charter school?

No, Creek Wood High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Creek Wood High School a Title I school?

No, Creek Wood High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
14 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
949
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Dickson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.2%
4-Year Graduation
94.0%

District

Dickson County
District Enrollment
8,009
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,729
District Rank
#13 of 17

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