Big Creek Elementary School serves 337 students in grades 3-5.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Big Creek Elementary School's student population of 337 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Big Creek Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
92%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 08/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Big Creek Elementary School?
337 students attend Big Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Big Creek Elementary School students are White, 4% 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 15:1, which is higher than 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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