Serving 21 students in grades 9-12, Elk Creek High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elk Creek Junior-Senior High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 558.8 square miles in Elk Creek, CA. Families within this area typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 21 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elk Creek High School's student population of 21 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
21 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
10 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of Elk Creek High School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
33%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
52%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
8%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Lake Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elk Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Elk Creek High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Elk Creek High School?
21 students attend Elk Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Elk Creek High School students are American Indian, 29% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elk Creek High School?
Elk Creek High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Elk Creek High School offer ?
Elk Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Elk Creek High School part of?
Elk Creek High School is part of Stony Creek Joint Unified School District.
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