Serving 21 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Big Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Big Creek Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 797.6 square miles in and around Big Creek, CA. Families typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 17.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 32.2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Big Creek Elementary School's student population of 21 students has declined by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
21 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Pursue excellence by preparing students for their ever-changing future.
School Rankings
Big Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Creek Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#2930 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
52%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
2%
7%
Showing 2004–2019. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Big Creek Elementary School is ranked #2930 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Big Creek Elementary School?
21 students attend Big Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Big Creek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Creek Elementary School?
Big Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Big Creek Elementary School offer ?
Big Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Big Creek Elementary School part of?
Big Creek Elementary School is part of Big Creek Elementary School District.
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