Serving 41 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Berry Creek Elementary School 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berry Creek Elementary School's student population of 41 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
41 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
Campus Size
26 acres
School Motto
It is our Mission to achieve excellence by: Providing a safe, clean & well maintained school environment.
School Rankings
Berry Creek Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berry Creek Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6910 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
66%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berry Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Berry Creek Elementary School is ranked #6910 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Berry Creek Elementary School?
41 students attend Berry Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Berry Creek Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berry Creek Elementary School?
Berry Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Berry Creek Elementary School offer ?
Berry Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Berry Creek Elementary School part of?
Berry Creek Elementary School is part of Pioneer Union Elementary School District.
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