Excellent
#170 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 2% in state
Spring Creek EL
Elementary School · Richardson ISD · Dallas, TX
A Richardson ISD elementary school where students score 16 points above what's typical for similar communities.
7667 ROUNDROCK RD, Dallas, TX 75248
- Math 78% vs TX 44% (2024)
- Reading 81% vs TX 54% (2024)
- 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Spring Creek EL score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
2024 STAAR proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. TX average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 16-year record (2009–2024), then recovered 10 points since 2020, reaching 80% in 2024.
Show all 15 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 86% (multi-year average, 2009-2024) · reading/ELA 86% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
22.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Spring Creek EL sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries. Open the Dallas-Fort Worth map →
Getting around & local context
- Walk 54Somewhat Walkable
- Transit 34Some Transit
- Bike 69Bikeable
- City Safety: High4,021/100K
Powered by
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Dallas), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$103,063
Median home value
$543,000
Median rent
$1,602/mo
College educated
65.3%
Homeownership
53.8%
Poverty rate
5%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 75248; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwood Hills ELEnrollment path unverified | 5.4 | K–6 | 0.7 mi | 366 | Compare → |
| Pioneer Technology and Arts Academy North DallasCharter · enrollment unverified | 6.9 | K–12 | 0.7 mi | 297 | Compare → |
| Arapaho Classical MagnetEnrollment path unverified | 8.9 | K–6 | 0.8 mi | 578 | Compare → |
| Bowie ELEnrollment path unverified | 8.9 | PK–6 | 1.0 mi | 640 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Richardson ISD
- Schools in district
- 55
- Rank in district
- #4 of 54
- District spending per student
- $12,101NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 12.8%Census SAIPE · 2024
Spring Creek EL is listed in RICHARDSON ISD; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
School snapshot
What to know before comparing options
For Spring Creek EL, the practical question is how its academic signal compares with similarly situated public elementaries nearby. A 9.2/10 MySchoolScout profile keeps Spring Creek EL in the close-look group for Richardson ISD. Compare it with Westwood Math Science Leadership Magnet, Northwood Hills EL, Arapaho Classical Magnet, Bowie EL, Prestonwood EL, and Mohawk EL before letting the profile score settle the decision by itself.
Official checks
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Spring Creek EL
What grades does Spring Creek EL serve?
Spring Creek EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Spring Creek EL?
Spring Creek EL has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Creek EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Spring Creek EL is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Spring Creek EL rank in TX?
Spring Creek EL ranks #170 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Spring Creek EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Spring Creek EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Creek EL has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Spring Creek EL a charter school?
No, Spring Creek EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spring Creek EL a Title I school?
No, Spring Creek EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spring Creek EL?
22.3% of students at Spring Creek 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 413
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.1%
- Phone
- (469) 593-4500
- Area population (ZIP 75248)
- 37,644
- Area average commute
- 22.6 min
- Area median age
- 40
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 STAAR · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 STAAR. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 STAAR · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 STAAR. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 75248; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2024; directory SY 2023–24
Related reading
- Best Public Schools in Texas 2026: Top-Ranked Elementary, Middle & High Schoolsbest schools
- Best Schools in Dallas, TX — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Understanding School Ratings: A Parent's Guide to Using Data for School Choice Decisionsguides
- Best School Districts to Move To in 2026: A Data-Driven Guidebest schools
- Best Schools in Austin, TX — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.