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Creekside High School

Public | 9-12 | 1266 students

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3 stars

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Posted September 30, 2012

Creekside High School has several professional educators and some dedicated parents. The new principal has done an excellent job of assembling an administrative staff that seems engage. However, he (the principal), doesn't. His passive approach to deal with situations head on makes one question his improvement plan communicated to parents upon beginning the school year. In this critical time, the school needs true and connected leadership verses an administrator that promotes the impression of being the "cool" guy.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 20, 2011

Creekside has the potential to be a great school because it has some great teachers and students. However, the leadership is going through a transition. We have a good interim prinicipal but the new principal will have a few challenges to deal with such as, very little parent involvement, not meeting AYP the last few years and just changing the school culture to one that is nurturing, motivational and positive.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 25, 2010

i like the fact that the adult staffers are caring!! my son is a senior.........van
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 10, 2009

I rate the school a 4, The principal is very strict, teachers are good, I think there should be more parent involement with their children and the teachers and the school is overpoplulated.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 9, 2009

School is over populated with very little learning going on. I would not send my child there.


Posted March 30, 2009

I think that Creekside is a very good school. The administration has worked with my son and given him continuous opportunities to graduate. They just did not give up on him. I am proud to say that he will be graduating in May with the rest of his class. Thanks Creekside!!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 4, 2005

Creekside High School is a very good school. The students take a lot pride in their extracurricular activities and academics and the sports' teams are champions. They have one of the best marching, concert, and jazz bands in South Fulton too. So I would highly recommend this school.
—Submitted by a former student


Posted August 29, 2004

Creekside is an excellent school, the teachers really do care about there students. Mr. Robinson is a excellent principal. Overall creekside is one of the Best high school around the south of fulton county. keep up the good work staff and students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 13, 2004

Creekside is a good school but there are quite a few altercations between students. I would recommend this school to anyone who asks about it.
—Submitted by a student


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 91% in 2011.

272 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
88%
Math

The state average for Math was 84% in 2011.

270 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
69%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
88%
Science

The state average for Science was 93% in 2011.

273 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
85%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 80% in 2011.

274 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
70%

2010

 
 
70%

2009

 
 
84%
Scale: % at or above passing

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Georgia administered the Georgia High School Graduation Test (GHSGT) in English language arts, math, science and social studies to students in grade 11. The GHSGT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Georgia. Students must pass all parts of the GHSGT in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to pass the test.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

Writing

The state average for Writing was 93% in 2012.

270 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
90%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Georgia High School Writing Test (GHSWT) to students in grade 11. The GHSWT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Georgia. Students must pass the GHSWT in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to pass the test.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

9th Grade Literature

The state average for 9th Grade Literature was 84% in 2012.

378 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
78%

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
66%
Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 63% in 2012.

391 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
37%
American Literature

The state average for American Literature was 89% in 2012.

283 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
81%

2010

 
 
78%
Biology

The state average for Biology was 73% in 2012.

385 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%

2011

 
 
44%

2010

 
 
42%
Economics

The state average for Economics was 77% in 2012.

133 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
63%

2011

 
 
50%

2010

 
 
70%
Geometry

The state average for Geometry was 74% in 2012.

357 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
41%
Integrated Math 1

The state average for Integrated Math 1 was 65% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a

2011

 
 
42%

2010

 
 
46%
Integrated Math 2

The state average for Integrated Math 2 was 54% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a

2011

 
 
28%

2010

 
 
17%
Physical Science

The state average for Physical Science was 78% in 2012.

295 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
64%

2011

 
 
66%

2010

 
 
58%
U.S. History

The state average for U.S. History was 68% in 2012.

278 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
60%

2011

 
 
45%

2010

 
 
45%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered End-of-Course Tests (EOCT) in 9th grade math levels 1 and 2, biology, United States history, physical science, American literature and economics. The EOCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

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GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 91% 38%
Hispanic 6% 10%
White 2% 46%
Asian/Pacific Islander 1% 3%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Limited English proficient 1%N/A5%
Economically disadvantaged 60%N/A50%
Students with disabilities 11%N/A12%
Source: GA Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 17N/A14
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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7405 Herndon Rd
Fairburn, GA 30213
Phone: (770) 306-4300

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