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Creekside Elementary

Elementary School · Sun Prairie Area School District

501 S Bird St, Sun Prairie, WI 53590

Enrollment

362

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,186 of 2,105

In Sun Prairie

#9 of 15

public schools

In district

#9 of 15

Sun Prairie Area School District

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Creekside Elementary

6.2/10

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

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8.4/10

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6.2/10

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About Creekside Elementary

Creekside Elementary is a public elementary school in Sun Prairie, WI, part of Sun Prairie Area School District. Creekside Elementary serves approximately 362 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Creekside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,186 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Creekside Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.7% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.5% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-14.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.7 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected-5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,779
Chronic Absenteeism22.1%

Creekside Elementary — Students at Creekside Elementary score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 43.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
50.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
33%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
34%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
41.7%
ELA
34.5%
2025
Math
39.7%
ELA
45.5%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Creekside Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
44th percentile in WI
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

501 S Bird St, Sun Prairie, WI 53590

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Creekside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Token Springs Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Meadow View Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Horizon Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sun Prairie, see our Sun Prairie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Meadow View Elementary Sun Prairie 1.2 mi 8.4
Royal Oaks Elementary Sun Prairie 1.3 mi 6.2
Prairie View Middle Sun Prairie 1.4 mi 6.1
Sun Prairie West High Sun Prairie 1.4 mi
Westside Elementary Sun Prairie 1.5 mi 4.4
Sun Prairie Four Kids Sun Prairie 1.6 mi 4.0
Horizon Elementary Sun Prairie 2.1 mi 7.8
Prairie Phoenix Academy Sun Prairie 2.0 mi 5.2
Central Heights Middle Sun Prairie 2.0 mi 7.4
POWERHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sun Prairie 2.2 mi
Token Springs Elementary Sun Prairie 2.7 mi 8.5
C H Bird Elementary Sun Prairie 2.5 mi 4.6
PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sun Prairie 2.8 mi 5.5
Sun Prairie East High Sun Prairie 2.3 mi 6.2
Northside Elementary Sun Prairie 2.7 mi 5.2
SACRED HEARTS GRADE SCHOOL Sun Prairie 2.6 mi 6.7
Eastside Elementary Sun Prairie 3.0 mi 7.5
Sandburg Elementary Madison 3.6 mi 6.1
HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Madison 4.3 mi 5.7
EASTSIDE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Madison 3.8 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53590 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,497

Median Home Value

$354,700

Median Rent

$1,375/mo

Population

43,965

College Educated

51.6%

Homeownership

66.5%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

37.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
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Badger Elementary Appleton, WI 6.2
EVERGREEN ACADEMY Racine, WI 6.2
Franklin Elementary Manitowoc, WI 6.2
Hillsboro Elementary Hillsboro, WI 6.2
Jackson Elementary Manitowoc, WI 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Creekside Elementary

What grades does Creekside Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Creekside Elementary?

Creekside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 362 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Creekside Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Creekside Elementary is 10.6:1. 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 WI?

Creekside Elementary ranks #1,186 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Creekside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Creekside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Creekside Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Creekside Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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?

41.2% 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.1%

District

Sun Prairie Area School District
District Enrollment
8,411
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,779
District Rank
#9 of 15

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