Serving 745 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Big Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 745 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Big Creek Elementary School serves the southwest part of Cumming, GA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 8.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest point in the zone being about 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Big Creek Elementary School's student population of 745 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
745 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Big Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Creek Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#21 out of 2192 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
58%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
7%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
24%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Big Creek Elementary School is ranked #21 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Big Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Big Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daves Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Big Creek Elementary School?
745 students attend Big Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Big Creek Elementary School students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 4% 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 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Big Creek Elementary School offer ?
Big Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Big Creek Elementary School part of?
Big Creek Elementary School is part of Forsyth County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
a. Excellent
b. Yes
c. Two-time Governor's Office Platinum Award, National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, Georgia School of Excellence
d. Well maintained
e. Parents are very actively involved
4 10/10/2025
I went here from 3rd to 5th grade came in 2016 and want to give a good review because I liked the school... yeah.
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