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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

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Sun Prairie

#8 of 15

public schools

Wisconsin elementary schools

#741 of 1,099

In district

#8 of 15

Sun Prairie Area School District

School environment

8.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Creekside Elementary

Creekside Elementary serves 362 students in prekindergarten through fifth grade in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, offering a solid educational foundation with a favorable 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. The school employs 34 full-time equivalent teachers, ensuring students receive personalized attention in their learning journey. With a MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10, Creekside Elementary ranks #519 out of 2,112 schools statewide, placing it in the 76th percentile among Wisconsin elementary schools.

This performance reflects the school's commitment to providing quality education to its diverse student body spanning the early childhood through elementary years. The school serves families in an affluent suburban community where the median household income reaches $96,762 and 51% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. This educated community environment, combined with a low poverty rate of just 5.3%, creates a supportive backdrop for student learning and family engagement in education.

Located at 501 S Bird Street, Creekside Elementary sits in the heart of Sun Prairie's large suburban setting in Dane County. The school benefits from being part of a thriving community of over 43,000 residents, where median home values of $330,100 reflect the area's desirability and investment in quality neighborhoods.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Fair50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.33 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52%
Reading/ELA Proficiency37%
Math vs. State Avg-2.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.2 pts
Overall Proficiency45%
Expected (poverty-adj.)37%
vs. Expected+7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,777

Creekside Elementary — Students at Creekside Elementary score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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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 43.6%
School
State
53.0%
ELA Proficiency 43.1%
School
State
50.9%

Based on 10 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
37%
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: 3.9/10.

How Creekside Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
39th percentile in WI
Academic
8.2/10
8.2/10
Growth
3.9/10
Below average
Environment
8.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers

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. Meadow View Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Horizon Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, EASTSIDE LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores slightly 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 7.5
Royal Oaks Elementary Sun Prairie 1.3 mi 5.6
Prairie View Middle Sun Prairie 1.4 mi 6.8
Sun Prairie West High Sun Prairie 1.4 mi
Westside Elementary Sun Prairie 1.5 mi 5.3
Sun Prairie Four Kids Sun Prairie 1.6 mi 6.0
Horizon Elementary Sun Prairie 2.1 mi 7.1
Prairie Phoenix Academy Sun Prairie 2.0 mi 5.6
Central Heights Middle Sun Prairie 2.0 mi 8.7
POWERHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sun Prairie 2.2 mi
Token Springs Elementary Sun Prairie 2.7 mi 5.9
C H Bird Elementary Sun Prairie 2.5 mi 4.9
PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sun Prairie 2.8 mi 5.5
Sun Prairie East High Sun Prairie 2.3 mi 8.1
Northside Elementary Sun Prairie 2.7 mi 5.1
SACRED HEARTS GRADE SCHOOL Sun Prairie 2.6 mi 6.7
Eastside Elementary Sun Prairie 3.0 mi 6.8
Sandburg Elementary Madison 3.6 mi 5.9
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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Creekside Elementary has a median household income of $96,497. It is a well-educated community where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $354,700, with a median rent of $1,375/month. The local poverty rate of 5.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Black Creek Elementary Black Creek, WI 6.1
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E Cook Elementary Oshkosh, WI 6.1
Hillcrest Elementary Oneida, WI 6.1
Holmes Elementary Milwaukee, WI 6.1
Kennedy Elementary Green Bay, WI 6.1

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 is ranked #1281 out of 2,102 schools in WI.

What is Creekside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Creekside Elementary has a composite rating of 6.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Creekside Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Creekside Elementary has 43.6% math proficiency and 43.1% reading/ELA proficiency.

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

City Safety
High (1,594/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Sun Prairie). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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