Serving 238 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Oak Creek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Oak Creek Elementary School serves the southeast part of Cornville, AZ, covering an area of approximately 3.6 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oak Creek Elementary School's student population of 238 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
238 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Oak Creek Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Creek Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1018 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.6%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
41%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Creek Elementary School is ranked #1018 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Oak Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood, Desert Star Community School, Camp Verde Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Oak Creek Elementary School?
238 students attend Oak Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Oak Creek Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Creek Elementary School?
Oak Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oak Creek Elementary School offer ?
Oak Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Creek Elementary School part of?
Oak Creek Elementary School is part of Cottonwood-Oak Creek Elementary District (4487).
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