Serving 553 students in grades 3-5, Creekside Elementary - 07 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creekside Elementary - 07 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Creekside Elementary - 07's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
553 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1999
Colors
Green
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering All Students to Succeed in a Changing World
School Rankings
Creekside Elementary - 07 ranks within the top 30% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creekside Elementary - 07 is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#158 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
White
86%
66%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creekside Elementary - 07's ranking?
Creekside Elementary - 07 is ranked #158 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Creekside Elementary - 07?
553 students attend Creekside Elementary - 07.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Creekside Elementary - 07 students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Creekside Elementary - 07?
Creekside Elementary - 07 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Creekside Elementary - 07 offer ?
Creekside Elementary - 07 offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Creekside Elementary - 07 part of?
Creekside Elementary - 07 is part of Spearfish School District 40-2.
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