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#267 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 12% in state

Creekside Elementary School

Elementary School · Mead School District

3525 E Hastings Road, Mead, WA 99021

Enrollment

335

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#267 of 2,228

In Mead

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#4 of 16

Mead School District

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Creekside Elementary School

8.5/10

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

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About Creekside Elementary School

Creekside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mead, WA, part of Mead School District. Creekside Elementary School serves approximately 335 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Creekside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #267 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Creekside Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.0
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+0.89 pts/yr
Data Period2022–2024
TrendStable
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.6% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.8% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-11.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.6 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,204
Chronic Absenteeism15.8%

Creekside Elementary School — Students at Creekside Elementary School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 40.3% (multi-year average, 2022-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 37.3% (multi-year average, 2022-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 12 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2022
Math
37.8%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
40.9%
ELA
37.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.

How Creekside Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.5/10
88th percentile in WA
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

Location

3525 E Hastings Road, Mead, WA 99021

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Creekside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Midway Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Colbert), with a very similar rating. Another option is Farwell Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Spokane), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Meadow Ridge Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mead, see our Mead schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Mead Open Doors Mead 0.8 mi
Farwell Elementary School Spokane 1.1 mi 8.3
Northwood Middle School Spokane 1.1 mi 6.7
Meadow Ridge Elementary Mead 2.0 mi 8.3
Mountainside Middle School Colbert 2.5 mi 6.2
Mt Spokane High School Mead 2.1 mi 6.9
Colbert Elementary School Colbert 2.8 mi 7.6
ST MICHAEL'S ACADEMY Spokane 2.8 mi 7.5
Spokane International Academy Spokane 2.8 mi 6.1
Midway Elementary Colbert 3.3 mi 8.7
Mead Senior High School Spokane 2.5 mi 7.4
Shiloh Hills Elementary Spokane 3.2 mi 7.1
Arlington Elementary Spokane 3.8 mi 4.5
Brentwood Elementary School Spokane 2.7 mi 6.5
Orchard Prairie Elementary Spokane 3.6 mi 6.2
NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Colbert 4.1 mi 5.0
Evergreen Elementary School Spokane 3.5 mi 7.5
NORTH WALL SCHOOLS Spokane 3.5 mi
Whitman Elementary Spokane 4.5 mi 6.4
SPOKANE MONTESSORI SCHOOL NORTH Spokane 3.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,895

Median Home Value

$418,200

Median Rent

$1,209/mo

Population

9,226

College Educated

28.5%

Homeownership

90.7%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

42.3

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Crestwood Elementary School Covington, WA 8.5
East Ridge Elementary Woodinville, WA 8.5
Edwin Markham Elementary Pasco, WA 8.5
Hamilton Elementary Port Angeles, WA 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Creekside Elementary School

What grades does Creekside Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Creekside Elementary School?

Creekside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 335 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Creekside Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Creekside Elementary School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Creekside Elementary School rank in WA?

Creekside Elementary School ranks #267 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Creekside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Creekside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Creekside Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Creekside Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).

Is Creekside Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Creekside Elementary School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Creekside Elementary School?

60.0% of students at Creekside Elementary 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
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Spokane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

District

Mead School District
District Enrollment
10,410
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,204
District Rank
#4 of 16

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