Serving 575 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clear Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ellijay Primary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Ellijay, GA, encompassing approximately 351.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 11.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 16.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clear Creek Elementary School's student population of 575 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
575 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clear Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clear Creek Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#648 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
36%
White
72%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clear Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Clear Creek Elementary School is ranked #648 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Clear Creek Elementary School?
575 students attend Clear Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Clear Creek Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 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 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clear Creek Elementary School offer ?
Clear Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clear Creek Elementary School part of?
Clear Creek Elementary School is part of Gilmer County School District.
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