Creekside Elementary School

1000 Bennetts Creek Park Road
Suffolk, VA 23435
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 764 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Creekside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 764 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 72% (Top 50%)
  • : 66% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Creekside Elementary School's student population of 764 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
764 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar

School Rankings

Creekside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creekside Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#934 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
72%
68%
(20-21)
66%
69%
(20-21)
45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
53%
21%
White
23%
44%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.65
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Creekside Elementary School's ranking?
Creekside Elementary School is ranked #934 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Creekside Elementary School often compared to?
Creekside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Florence Bowser Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Creekside Elementary School?
764 students attend Creekside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Creekside Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Creekside Elementary School?
Creekside Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Creekside Elementary School offer ?
Creekside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Creekside Elementary School part of?
Creekside Elementary School is part of Suffolk City School District.

School Reviews

Review Creekside Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

When “Free Public School” Still Isn’t Free
When “Free Public School” Still Isn’t Free
Discover the hidden costs of public school in 2026, from supplies and fees to transportation, technology, and extracurricular expenses.
What a District Budget Cut Means for Your Child's School Experience
What a District Budget Cut Means for Your Child's School Experience
Learn how district budget cuts can affect class sizes, programs, staffing, transportation, and your child's daily school experience in 2026.
School Closure Risk: What Parents Should Check Before Moving
School Closure Risk: What Parents Should Check Before Moving
Learn how parents can assess school closure risk before buying or renting in a district, using enrollment, funding, and boundary data.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 764 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 72% (Top 50%)
  • : 66% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Request Information

Quick Links