Serving 173 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Clear Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% 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: 173 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Clear Creek Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Grass Valley school district, covering approximately 30.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clear Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clear Creek Elementary School's student population of 173 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
173 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clear Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clear Creek Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#2317 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
White
65%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
19%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clear Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Clear Creek Elementary School is ranked #2317 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Clear Creek Elementary School?
173 students attend Clear Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Clear Creek Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clear Creek Elementary School?
Clear Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Clear Creek Elementary School offer ?
Clear Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Clear Creek Elementary School part of?
Clear Creek Elementary School is part of Clear Creek Elementary School District.
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