Big Creek Elementary School serves 357 students in grades 3-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5% in IA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Big Creek Elementary School's student population of 357 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
357 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Big Creek Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
68%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
91%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.4%
24.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Big Creek Elementary School?
357 students attend Big Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Big Creek Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Creek Elementary School?
Big Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Big Creek Elementary School offer ?
Big Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Big Creek Elementary School part of?
Big Creek Elementary School is part of North Polk Comm School District.
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