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Best Schools in Elk Creek, California

4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 4

Districts: 1

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Median household income: $35,893
Median home value: $262,500
Bachelor's degree or higher: 26%
Owner-occupied homes: 43%

How Elk Creek compares

Median household income

$36k

36% of California median

About Schools in Elk Creek, California

Elk Creek, California is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

Elk Creek is served by 1 school district: Stony Creek Joint Unified. These districts collectively serve 71 students.

Elk Creek's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $35,893. The poverty rate in the area is 16.7%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Elk Creek Elementary 23 students · Kindergarten–4th	23	Kindergarten–4th	—

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Indian Valley Intermediate 26 students · 5th–8th	26	5th–8th	—

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Elk Creek High 20 students · 9th–12th	20	9th–12th	—
2	Bidwell Point High (Continuation) 2 students · 9th–12th	2	9th–12th	—

Schools in Elk Creek

Elk Creek, California · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$35,893

Median Home Value

$262,500

Median Rent

$1,139/mo

Population

323

College Educated

26%

Homeownership

43%

Poverty Rate

16.7%

Community Profile

Elk Creek has a median household income of $35,893. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $262,500, with a median rent of $1,139/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 4
Elementary: 1
Middle: 1
High: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: Pending

Resources

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School District

Stony Creek Joint Unified

4 schools · 71 students

Nearby Cities

Orangevale (1 school)

25 mi

Corning (11 schools)

32 mi

Upper Lake (4 schools)

Los Molinos (2 schools)

40 mi

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Elk Creek, California

How many schools are in Elk Creek, California?

Elk Creek has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

How many school districts serve Elk Creek, California?

Elk Creek is served by 1 school district: Stony Creek Joint Unified.

What is the education level in Elk Creek, California?

According to Census data, 26% of adults in Elk Creek have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Elk Creek, California?

The median household income in Elk Creek is approximately $35,893 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Elk Creek, California?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Elk Creek is 8.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Elk 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.