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#879 of 1,786 schools in TN

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Spring Creek Elementary School

Elementary School · Hamilton County

1100 Spring Creek RD, Chattanooga, TN 37412

Enrollment

697

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#879 of 1,786

In Chattanooga

#22 of 47

public schools

In district

#49 of 80

Hamilton County

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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6.5/10

Elementary School in Chattanooga · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Spring Creek Elementary School

Spring Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Chattanooga, TN, part of Hamilton County. Spring Creek Elementary School serves approximately 697 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #879 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Spring Creek Elementary School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Spring Creek Elementary 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics3.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.5% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-12.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.3 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-18.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,785
Chronic Absenteeism19.2%

Spring Creek Elementary School — Students at Spring Creek Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 31.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 31 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
36%
ELA
30%
2010
Math
34%
ELA
26%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
38%
2012
Math
49%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
34%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
26.7%
ELA
26.8%
2025
Math
26.5%
ELA
18.5%

* 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 School Compares

See how Spring Creek Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
51th percentile in TN
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.2%

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 Spring Creek RD, Chattanooga, TN 37412

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spring Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Barger Academy of Fine Arts (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Woodmore Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chattanooga, see our Chattanooga schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
HAMILTON HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chattanooga 0.8 mi
SKYUKA HALL Chattanooga 1.0 mi 6.6
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Chattanooga 1.2 mi 8.0
Barger Academy of Fine Arts Chattanooga 1.4 mi 7.8
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chattanooga 1.4 mi 7.4
East Ridge Middle School Chattanooga 1.6 mi 4.6
MARTY'S CENTER Chattanooga 1.8 mi
BELVOIR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chattanooga 1.7 mi 6.4
BRAINERD BAPTIST SCHOOL Chattanooga 1.8 mi 7.1
East Ridge High School Chattanooga 1.7 mi 4.5
East Ridge Elementary School Chattanooga 1.8 mi 6.4
West Side Elementary School Rossville 2.3 mi 5.8
Brainerd High School Chattanooga 2.3 mi 5.5
Woodmore Elementary School Chattanooga 2.6 mi 7.3
Cloud Springs Elementary School Rossville 2.8 mi 7.3
BOYD BUCHANAN SCHOOL Chattanooga 3.2 mi 5.1
Lakeview Middle School Rossville 2.7 mi 5.9
Dalewood Middle School Chattanooga 3.2 mi 5.6
Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe High School Fort Oglethorpe 3.4 mi 6.5
Battlefield Primary Ft. Oglethorpe 3.5 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37412 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,600

Median Home Value

$182,600

Median Rent

$1,120/mo

Population

21,840

College Educated

23.2%

Homeownership

58.1%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.8%

Median Age

36.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spring Creek Elementary School

What grades does Spring Creek Elementary School serve?

Spring Creek Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Spring Creek Elementary School?

Spring Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 697 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Creek Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Spring Creek Elementary School is 14.5:1. 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 School rank in TN?

Spring Creek Elementary School ranks #879 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Spring Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Spring Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Spring Creek Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Creek Elementary School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Spring Creek Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Spring Creek Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Spring Creek Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
697
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.2%

District

Hamilton County
District Enrollment
45,790
Schools in District
81
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,785
District Rank
#49 of 80

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