Serving 458 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bannon Creek ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Top 1% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bannon Creek ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Bannon Creek's student population of 458 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bannon Creek is 0.73, 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)13%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)21%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
32%
5%
White
11%
21%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Bannon Creek often compared to?
Bannon Creekis often viewed alongside schools like American Lakes by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Bannon Creek?
458 students attend Bannon Creek.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Bannon Creek students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bannon Creek?
Bannon Creek has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bannon Creek offer ?
Bannon Creek offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Bannon Creek part of?
Bannon Creek is part of Natomas Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL
April 02, 2024 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL
April 03, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL
April 04, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL
April 05, 2024 (Friday)
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