Excellent
#200 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 9% in state
Creekside Elementary
Elementary School · Issaquah School District
20777 SE 16th St, Sammamish, WA 98075
Enrollment
581
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
581
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#200 of 2,228
In Sammamish
#7 of 14
public schools
In district
#13 of 30
Issaquah School District
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Creekside Elementary
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About Creekside Elementary
Creekside Elementary is a public elementary school in Sammamish, WA, part of Issaquah School District. Creekside Elementary serves approximately 581 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Creekside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #200 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Creekside Elementary show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 8.9
- WA avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Creekside Elementary — Students at Creekside Elementary score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
4.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Creekside Elementary Compares
See how Creekside Elementary 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
20777 SE 16th St, Sammamish, WA 98075
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Creekside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cedar Trails Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sunny Hills Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Rachel Carson Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sammamish, see our Sammamish schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ARBOR SCHOOLS Sammamish | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Discovery Elementary Issaquah | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| TLC MONTESSORI Sammamish | 2.1 mi | — |
| Skyline High School Sammamish | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Margaret Mead Elementary Sammamish | 2.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Pine Lake Middle School Sammamish | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Eastlake High School Sammamish | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Renaissance School of Art and Reasoning Sammamish | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Sunny Hills Elementary Sammamish | 2.0 mi | 9.2 |
| LAKESIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Issaquah | 2.1 mi | — |
| SYNERGY LEARNING ACADEMY Issaquah | 3.0 mi | — |
| Issaquah Special Services Issaquah | 2.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary Sammamish | 3.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Samantha Smith Elementary Sammamish | 2.5 mi | 8.7 |
| FRENCH IMMERSION SCHOOL OF WASHINGTON Bellevue | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Cedar Trails Elementary Sammamish | 2.6 mi | 9.4 |
| Sunset Elementary Bellevue | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Bennett Elementary School Bellevue | 2.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Inglewood Middle School Sammamish | 2.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Rachel Carson Elementary Sammamish | 2.8 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,457,900
Median Rent
$3,072/mo
Population
25,231
College Educated
76.7%
Homeownership
88.6%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bennett Elementary School Bellevue, WA | 8.7 |
| Broadview-Thomson K-8 School Seattle, WA | 8.7 |
| Hilltop Elementary Lynnwood, WA | 8.7 |
| Mcclure Elementary School Grandview, WA | 8.7 |
| Midway Elementary Colbert, WA | 8.7 |
| Mill Creek Elementary Mill Creek, WA | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Creekside Elementary
What grades does Creekside Elementary serve?
Creekside Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Creekside Elementary?
Creekside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 581 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Creekside Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Creekside Elementary is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Creekside Elementary rank in WA?
Creekside Elementary ranks #200 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Creekside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Creekside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Creekside Elementary has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Creekside Elementary a charter school?
No, Creekside Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Creekside Elementary a Title I school?
No, Creekside Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Creekside Elementary?
4.5% of students at Creekside Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 581
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 4.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (425) 837-5200
Resources & Links
District
Issaquah School District- District Enrollment
- 19,452
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,188
- District Rank
- #13 of 30
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