Serving 963 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Oak Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 963 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Oak Creek Elementary serves the southern part of Irvine, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Families living within this zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oak Creek Elementary School's student population of 963 students has grown by 100% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
963 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
W.I.S.E. Owls
School Rankings
Oak Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Creek Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1251 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
42%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Creek Elementary School is ranked #1251 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Oak Creek Elementary School?
963 students attend Oak Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Oak Creek Elementary School students are Asian, 37% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 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 30:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Oak Creek Elementary School offer ?
Oak Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Oak Creek Elementary School part of?
Oak Creek Elementary School is part of Irvine Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Oak Creek Elementary School located?
Oak Creek Elementary School is located in the Northwood Point neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Northwood Point.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School
June 04, 2027 (Friday)
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