Serving 697 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Spring Creek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 697 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spring Creek Elementary School's student population of 697 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
697 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Rankings
Spring Creek Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Creek Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1066 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
47%
15%
Black
21%
21%
White
21%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Hamilton County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Spring Creek Elementary School is ranked #1066 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Spring Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Spring Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Spring Creek Elementary School?
697 students attend Spring Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Spring Creek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring Creek Elementary School?
Spring Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Spring Creek Elementary School offer ?
Spring Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spring Creek Elementary School part of?
Spring Creek Elementary School is part of Hamilton County School District.
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