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Spring Creek School

Elementary School · Provo District

1740 S NEVADA AVE, Provo, UT 84606

Enrollment

451

Student-Teacher

18.8:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#641 of 1,015

In Provo

#14 of 23

public schools

In district

#11 of 20

Provo District

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Spring Creek School

5.8/10

Elementary School in Provo · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Spring Creek School

Spring Creek School is a public elementary school in Provo, UT, part of Provo District. Spring Creek School serves approximately 451 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #641 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Spring Creek School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • UT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

46% of students at Spring Creek 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.8% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.5% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected+3.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,364
Chronic Absenteeism46.3%

Spring Creek School — Students at Spring Creek School score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

66.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 29 test records from UT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
68%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
38%
2025
Math
29.8%
ELA
27.5%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Spring Creek School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
37th percentile in UT
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.3%

Location

1740 S NEVADA AVE, Provo, UT 84606

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spring Creek School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Provo Peaks School (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Treeside Charter School (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wasatch School (rated 7.4/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Provo, see our Provo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Treeside Charter School Provo 0.4 mi 7.6
Provost School Provo 1.4 mi 6.6
Sunrise Preschool Provo 2.1 mi 3.8
Provo Peaks School Provo 2.1 mi 8.1
PROVO CANYON SCHOOL - SPRINGVILLE CAMPUS Springville 2.3 mi 7.5
Wasatch School Provo 2.8 mi 7.4
Westside School Springville 2.9 mi 5.8
MERIDIAN SCHOOL Springville 2.9 mi 5.8
Merit College Preparatory Academy Springville 2.9 mi 5.4
Reagan Academy Springville 3.0 mi 6.7
Franklin School Provo 2.7 mi 4.0
DISCOVERY ACADEMY Provo 2.9 mi 6.8
Art City School Springville 3.3 mi 5.6
Timpanogos School Provo 3.1 mi 4.5
Spring Canyon Middle Springville 3.6 mi 5.4
Meadow Brook School Springville 3.7 mi 7.2
Cherry Creek School Springville 3.6 mi 6.4
Provo eSchool Provo 3.3 mi 4.9
Bridges Nebo Transition Center Springville 3.5 mi 5.6
Dixon Middle Provo 3.1 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,110

Median Home Value

$407,600

Median Rent

$1,149/mo

Population

35,931

College Educated

45.1%

Homeownership

22.2%

Avg Commute

18.2 min

Poverty Rate

34.8%

Median Age

23.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spring Creek School

What grades does Spring Creek School serve?

Spring Creek School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Spring Creek School?

Spring Creek School has an enrollment of approximately 451 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Spring Creek School is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Spring Creek School rank in UT?

Spring Creek School ranks #641 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is Spring Creek School's MySchoolScout rating?

Spring Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Creek School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Spring Creek School a charter school?

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

Is Spring Creek School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spring Creek School?

66.3% of students at Spring Creek 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
12 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
66.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Utah County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.3%

District

Provo District
District Enrollment
13,887
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,364
District Rank
#11 of 20

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