Excellent
#1449 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 15% in state
Berry Creek Elementary
Elementary School · Pioneer Union Elementary
PO Box 487, Bangor, CA 95914
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,449 of 9,539
In Bangor
#1 of 2
public schools
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Berry Creek Elementary
Berry Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Bangor, CA, part of Pioneer Union Elementary. Berry Creek Elementary serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Berry Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,449 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Berry Creek Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 32 students, Berry Creek Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Berry Creek Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
47% of students at Berry Creek Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Berry Creek Elementary — Students at Berry Creek Elementary score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Berry Creek Elementary Compares
See how Berry Creek Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 487, Bangor, CA 95914
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Berry Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Browns Valley Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Browns Valley), with a comparable rating. Another option is Bangor Union Elementary (rated 6.7/10), a more accessible option. Additionally, Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy (rated 6.3/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Oregon House), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bangor, see our Bangor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bangor Union Elementary Bangor | 0.0 mi | 6.7 |
| MARANATHA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bangor | 0.4 mi | — |
| Loma Rica Elementary Marysville | 5.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Foothill Intermediate Marysville | 6.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Ophir Elementary Oroville | 8.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Honcut Palermo | 8.1 mi | — |
| Palermo Palermo | 8.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Palermo Union Community Day (K-8) Palermo | 8.1 mi | — |
| Golden Hills Elementary Oroville | 8.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Helen M. Wilcox Elementary Oroville | 9.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Browns Valley Elementary Browns Valley | 10.7 mi | 7.2 |
| OROVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oroville | 9.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Las Plumas High Oroville | 9.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Oakdale Heights Elementary Oroville | 9.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Yuba Environmental Science Charter Academy Oregon House | 8.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Ishi Hills Middle Oroville | 10.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Wyandotte Academy Oroville | 10.4 mi | 6.1 |
| The Studios @ Central Oroville | 10.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Stanford Avenue Elementary Oroville | 10.9 mi | 3.2 |
| BASES Learning Center Oroville | 11.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95914 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,688
Median Home Value
$424,200
Median Rent
$1,400/mo
Population
459
College Educated
26.7%
Homeownership
85.4%
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
63.5
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| DISCOVERY ISLE Oceanside, CA | 8.0 |
| L'HERITAGE FRANCAIS La Habra, CA | 8.2 |
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| Noriega Children Center San Francisco, CA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Berry Creek Elementary
What grades does Berry Creek Elementary serve?
Berry Creek Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Berry Creek Elementary?
Berry Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Berry Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Berry Creek Elementary is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Berry Creek Elementary rank in CA?
Berry Creek Elementary ranks #1,449 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Berry Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Berry Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Berry Creek Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Berry Creek Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Berry Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Berry Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Berry Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Berry Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Berry Creek Elementary?
90.6% of students at Berry Creek Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 32
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Butte County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.9%
- Phone
- (530) 589-1633
Resources & Links
District
Pioneer Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 32
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,967
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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