Serving 844 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Salt Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 844 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Math Proficiency: 73%
- Reading Proficiency: 80%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salt Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Salt Creek Elementary School's student population of 844 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
844 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Salt Creek Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)73%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
16%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Salt Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Salt Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arroyo Vista Charter, Eastlake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Salt Creek Elementary School?
844 students attend Salt Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Salt Creek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salt Creek Elementary School?
Salt Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Salt Creek Elementary School offer ?
Salt Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Salt Creek Elementary School part of?
Salt Creek Elementary School is part of Chula Vista Elementary School District.
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