Excellent
#301 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 4% in state
Creekside Forest EL
Elementary School · TOMBALL ISD
5949 CREEKSIDE FOREST DR, The Woodlands, TX 77389
Enrollment
692
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
692
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#301 of 8,552
In The Woodlands
#2 of 23
public schools
In district
#1 of 21
TOMBALL ISD
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Creekside Forest EL
Elementary School in The Woodlands · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Creekside Forest EL
Creekside Forest EL is a public elementary school in The Woodlands, TX, part of TOMBALL ISD. Creekside Forest EL serves approximately 692 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Creekside Forest EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #301 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Creekside Forest EL show 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Creekside Forest EL — Students at Creekside Forest EL score 92% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
5.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 9.6/10.
How Creekside Forest EL Compares
See how Creekside Forest EL 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
5949 CREEKSIDE FOREST DR, The Woodlands, TX 77389
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Creekside Forest EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SST THE WOODLANDS (rated 9.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby San Antonio), with a very similar rating. Another option is RIDE EL (rated 9.0/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CREEKVIEW EL (rated 8.8/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in The Woodlands, see our The Woodlands schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CUNAE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL The Woodlands | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| FRENCH EL Klein | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| TRINITY EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL The Woodlands | 1.2 mi | — |
| GLEN LOCH EL The Woodlands | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| MCCULLOUGH J H The Woodlands | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| ESPRIT INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL The Woodlands | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| RIDE EL The Woodlands | 1.9 mi | 9.0 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF THE WOODLANDS AT CREEKSIDE PARK The Woodlands | 2.0 mi | — |
| THE WOODLANDS PREPORATORY SCHOOL Tomball | 2.1 mi | — |
| SST THE WOODLANDS San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 9.1 |
| THE JOHN COOPER SCHOOL The Woodlands | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| TIMBER CREEK EL The Woodlands | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| DAVID EL The Woodlands | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| ISCHOOL-CREEKSIDE Lewisville | 2.4 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI VILLA-THE WOODLANDS Spring | 2.4 mi | 2.4 |
| SPANISH SCHOOLHOUSE Tomball | 2.5 mi | — |
| CREEKSIDE PARK J H The Woodlands | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| CREEKVIEW EL The Woodlands | 2.6 mi | 8.8 |
| NORTHAMPTON EL Klein | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| HOFIUS INT Klein | 2.9 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77389 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$145,228
Median Home Value
$387,100
Median Rent
$1,795/mo
Population
44,545
College Educated
55.6%
Homeownership
78.5%
Avg Commute
31.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
34.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Creekside Forest EL
What grades does Creekside Forest EL serve?
Creekside Forest EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Creekside Forest EL?
Creekside Forest EL has an enrollment of approximately 692 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Creekside Forest EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Creekside Forest EL is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Creekside Forest EL rank in TX?
Creekside Forest EL ranks #301 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Creekside Forest EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Creekside Forest EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Creekside Forest EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Creekside Forest EL has 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Creekside Forest EL a charter school?
No, Creekside Forest EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Creekside Forest EL a Title I school?
No, Creekside Forest EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Creekside Forest EL?
5.3% of students at Creekside Forest EL 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 692
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 5.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.8%
- Phone
- (281) 357-4526
Resources & Links
District
TOMBALL ISD- District Enrollment
- 22,273
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,720
- District Rank
- #1 of 21
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