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 Facts (2026)
- 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 grown by 7% 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
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
Southeast Polk Community School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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 Community School District.
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