Attention :
** Due to the improving travel conditions, this evening’s district band concert will be held as scheduled at Northfield High School at 7:00 p.m. Staff will be available at the elementary schools and middle school between 4:00 and 5:30 p.m. so that students can pick up their instruments. **
The Northfield Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, March 16, 2026, due to conditions related to the current blizzard. All classes and activities are canceled for the day. This is our first e-Learning Day. You can read the full e-Learning plan here. You can find out more about full day school cancellations at: h
The Northfield High School Pre-Bid Walkthrough will be held as scheduled on March 16 from 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Spring Creek Elementary
World-class Learning for Elementary Students Grades K–5
Spring Creek Elementary School, a neighborhood school serving the east side of Northfield, is a K–5 public school serving approximately 450 students. Spring Creek students and staff benefit from a strong Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) and countless volunteer hours donated by St. Olaf College and Carleton College students, Northfield High School students, retired teachers and the parent community.
The staff is intensely dedicated to offering a high quality, well-rounded education that strives to meet the specific needs of each student. We focus on empowering our students in their learning and building a solid foundation for their educational journeys.
Learning in Nature
The Spring Creek Nature area and prairie is a 5.5-acre nature preserve used for environmental education. The natural lands feature a wide variety of wildlife, trees, shrubs and plants native to Minnesota. Exposing students to nature:
- Encourages movement and exploration
- Develops environmental awareness and knowledge
- Stimulates creativity
- Improves observation, data collection and problem-solving skills
- Boosts intellectual, social, emotional and physical well-being
Academic Opportunities
We offer a comprehensive core curriculum that includes a Spanish immersion option through our Compañeros program. Educational specialists provide student experiences in:
- Art
- Vocal, string and instrumental music
- Physical education
- Science