Best Schools in Big Creek, California
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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1
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Schools
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test data coming
District
1
serving the city
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 43%
- Avg commute
- 4 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 48%
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
About Schools in Big Creek, California
Big Creek, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
Big Creek is served by 1 school district: Big Creek Elementary. These districts collectively serve 26 students.
Big Creek's community shows 43% bachelor's degree attainment. The poverty rate in the area is 25.3%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26 students · Kindergarten–8th | — |
Schools in Big Creek
Big Creek, California · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Rent
$1,075/mo
Population
83
College Educated
43%
Homeownership
48%
Avg Commute
4 min
Poverty Rate
25.3%
Community Profile
It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has a poverty rate of 25.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 4 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Big Creek, California
How many schools are in Big Creek, California?
Big Creek has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
How many school districts serve Big Creek, California?
Big Creek is served by 1 school district: Big Creek Elementary.
What is the education level in Big Creek, California?
According to Census data, 43% of adults in Big Creek have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Big Creek, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Big Creek is 13.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Big Creek, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.