Serving 23 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Elk Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elk Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Elk Creek Elementary School's student population of 23 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
23 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elk Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elk Creek Elementary School is 0.55, which is less 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
#4020 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
21:1
American Indian
61%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
13%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
26%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elk Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Elk Creek Elementary School is ranked #4020 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Elk Creek Elementary School?
23 students attend Elk Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Elk Creek Elementary School students are American Indian, 26% of students are White, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elk Creek Elementary School?
Elk Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Elk Creek Elementary School offer ?
Elk Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Elk Creek Elementary School part of?
Elk Creek Elementary School is part of Stony Creek Joint Unified School District.
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