Serving 324 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Carmel Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carmel Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Carmel Creek Elementary School's student population of 324 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
324 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carmel Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carmel Creek Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#437 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
42%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
33%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmel Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Carmel Creek Elementary School is ranked #437 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Carmel Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Carmel Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carmel Del Mar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Carmel Creek Elementary School?
324 students attend Carmel Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Carmel Creek Elementary School students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carmel Creek Elementary School?
Carmel Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carmel Creek Elementary School offer ?
Carmel Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Carmel Creek Elementary School part of?
Carmel Creek Elementary School is part of Solana Beach Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Carmel Creek Elementary School located?
Carmel Creek Elementary School is located in the Carmel Valley neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Carmel Valley.
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