Serving 544 students in grades 6, Spring Creek - 6th Grade ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spring Creek - 6th Grade's student population of 544 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Spring Creek - 6th Grade ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Creek - 6th Grade is 0.49, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#517 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
12%
13%
Black
9%
7%
White
70%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Creek - 6th Grade's ranking?
Spring Creek - 6th Grade is ranked #517 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Spring Creek - 6th Grade?
544 students attend Spring Creek - 6th Grade.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Spring Creek - 6th Grade students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spring Creek - 6th Grade?
Spring Creek - 6th Grade has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spring Creek - 6th Grade offer ?
Spring Creek - 6th Grade offers enrollment in grades 6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spring Creek - 6th Grade part of?
Spring Creek - 6th Grade is part of Southeast Polk Comm School District.
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