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Creekside Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 919 students

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3 stars

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Posted May 8, 2007

Creekside elementary is not at all what we expected. It's a lot of fighting and name calling it's a wonder the teachers get around to helping and teaching the students. My advice to any parent coming into this school is to make sure you talk a lot to your child about what is going on and the teacher. Beacause its a lot going on. In front of the teacher and behind the teachers back.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 28, 2007

My son is in the third grade this year, and it is his first year at Creekside.(it just opened)I must say that I am happy with the education he is receiving. He really has a great time in gym, music,art, and computers. The computer lab at this school is fantastic. The teachers and administration are always pleasant and will make time for you concerning anything you may need to discuss. I'm glad my son has been able to attend this new school and meet alot of nice and hepful people.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 9, 2007

This is Creekside's first year and I am very happy so far. My first grader has a wonderful teacher that helps him achieve his reading goals. My son's second grade teacher is very patient and understanding, which helps my son's self esteem, which is important since it can be difficult with his speech delay. My daughter's fifth grade teachers are great. They are work hard to keep my daughter's interest and make learning fun. I have had nothing but positive experiences with the staff at the school. The resource teachers are awesome and I am always hearing good things from the kids.
—Submitted by Gidget Green, a parent


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: Reading

The state average for English: Reading was 86% in 2012.

177 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
77%

2009

 
 
84%

2008

 
 
77%
History and Social Science

The state average for History and Social Science was 87% in 2012.

178 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
91%
Math

The state average for Math was 64% in 2012.

177 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
87%

2008

 
 
85%
Science

The state average for Science was 90% in 2012.

178 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
85%

2008

 
 
86%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

The state average for English: Reading was 88% in 2012.

141 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
85%
History and Social Science

The state average for History and Social Science was 84% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 70% in 2012.

131 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
85%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
87%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

The state average for English: Reading was 89% in 2012.

139 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
87%

2008

 
 
83%
English: Writing

The state average for English: Writing was 87% in 2012.

134 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
85%

2008

 
 
78%
History and Social Science

The state average for History and Social Science was 89% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 67% in 2012.

133 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
69%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
86%

2008

 
 
81%
Science

The state average for Science was 88% in 2012.

138 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
82%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
75%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

All Students87%
Female students89%
Male students86%
Black students84%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students87%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged84%
Not economically disadvantaged90%
Students with disabilities50%
Students without disabilities89%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English87%
Not migrant87%

History and Social Science

All Students90%
Female students89%
Male students91%
Black students86%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students91%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged82%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Students with disabilities27%
Students without disabilities94%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English90%
Not migrant90%

Math

All Students70%
Female students64%
Male students76%
Black students60%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students82%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged58%
Not economically disadvantaged80%
Students with disabilities27%
Students without disabilities73%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English71%
Not migrant70%

Science

All Students90%
Female students89%
Male students92%
Black students88%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students91%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged84%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities91%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English90%
Not migrant90%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

All Students94%
Female students97%
Male students93%
Black students95%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic80%
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged90%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Students with disabilities64%
Students without disabilities97%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English94%
Not migrant94%

History and Social Science

All Studentsn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Not migrantn/a

Math

All Students85%
Female students87%
Male students83%
Black students80%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic69%
White students94%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged74%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities86%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English85%
Not migrant85%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

All Students90%
Female students92%
Male students88%
Black students89%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students93%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged85%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Students with disabilities53%
Students without disabilities94%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English90%
Not migrant90%

English: Writing

All Students90%
Female students94%
Male students86%
Black students91%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian studentsn/a
White students87%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged87%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Students with disabilities60%
Students without disabilities94%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English90%
Not migrant90%

History and Social Science

All Studentsn/a
Male studentsn/a
Students identified as economically disadvantagedn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Not migrantn/a

Math

All Students69%
Female students70%
Male students69%
Black students59%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students76%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged61%
Not economically disadvantaged76%
Students with disabilities29%
Students without disabilities74%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English69%
Not migrant69%

Science

All Students91%
Female students89%
Male students94%
Black students87%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic100%
White students97%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged89%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Students with disabilities57%
Students without disabilities95%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English91%
Not migrant91%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Fully Accredited".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Fully Accredited".
  • In 2007-2008, this school was rated "Fully Accredited".

About the tests


Virginia school accreditation ratings reflect student achievement on Standards of Learning (SOL) tests and other assessments in English, history/social science, math and science. The 2009-2010 ratings are based on passing rates on tests taken during the 2008-2009 school year or on overall achievement during the three most recent years. Schools are identified as either Fully Accredited, Accredited with Warning, Conditionally Accredited or Accreditation Denied.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia 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 60% 26%
White 33% 57%
Hispanic 4% 9%
Asian/Pacific Islander 3% 6%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 42%N/A33%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 19N/A17
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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1000 Bennetts Creek Park Road
Suffolk, VA 23435
Phone: (757) 923-4251

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