Serving 946 students in grades Kindergarten-6, West Creek Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 946 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Creek Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
West Creek Academy's student population of 946 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
946 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Creek Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Creek Academy is 0.72, 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
#410 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
34%
12%
Hispanic
22%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
34%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Creek Academy's ranking?
West Creek Academy is ranked #410 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are West Creek Academy often compared to?
West Creek Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Tesoro Del Valle Elementary School, Charles Helmers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend West Creek Academy?
946 students attend West Creek Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of West Creek Academy students are Asian, 34% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Creek Academy?
West Creek Academy has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does West Creek Academy offer ?
West Creek Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is West Creek Academy part of?
West Creek Academy is part of Saugus Union School District.
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