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Big Creek Elementary
Elementary School · Big Creek Elementary
55190 Point Rd., Big Creek, CA 93605
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
13:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
13:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Big Creek Elementary
Big Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Big Creek, CA, part of the Big Creek Elementary. The school serves approximately 26 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Students demonstrate 49% proficiency in math, 13 points above the state average and 61% in reading/language arts, 14 points above the state average.
The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 26 students, Big Creek Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Big Creek Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 26 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Address
- 55190 Point Rd., Big Creek, CA 93605
- Website
- bigcreekschool.com
- Phone
- (559) 893-3314
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 44.5% (2019) to 53.33% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 74.5% (2019) to 46.67% (2024).
Location
55190 Point Rd., Big Creek, CA 93605
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Big Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pine Ridge Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Auberry). Another option is North Fork Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby North Fork). Additionally, Mountain Home Charter (Alternative) (rated 5.7/10, 23.8 miles away, in nearby Oakhurst). For more schools in Big Creek, see our Big Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pine Ridge Elementary Auberry | 11.9 mi | 7.0 |
| North Fork Elementary North Fork | 14.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Mountain Oaks High North Fork | 14.2 mi | — |
| Sierra@Home Tollhouse | 16.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Sierra Alternative High Tollhouse | 16.1 mi | — |
| Sierra High Tollhouse | 16.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Sierra Junior High Tollhouse | 16.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Fisher Academy Tollhouse | 17.5 mi | — |
| Imladris Living School North Fork | 16.6 mi | — |
| Sierra Heights Academy Prather | 19.0 mi | — |
| Foothill Elementary Prather | 18.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Ahwahnee High Oakhurst | 22.6 mi | — |
| Yosemite High Oakhurst | 22.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Evergreen High Oakhurst | 22.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Yosemite Falls Education Center Oakhurst | 22.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Oak Creek Intermediate Oakhurst | 23.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Oakhurst Elementary Oakhurst | 23.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Glacier High School Charter Oakhurst | 23.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Mountain Home Charter (Alternative) Oakhurst | 23.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Laih Family Home School Coarsegold | 24.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Rent
$1,075/mo
Population
83
College Educated
42.9%
Homeownership
48.4%
Avg Commute
3.6 min
Poverty Rate
25.3%
Median Age
47.6
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Big Creek Elementary
What grades does Big Creek Elementary serve?
Big Creek Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Big Creek Elementary?
Big Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 26 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Big Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Big Creek Elementary is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Big Creek Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Big Creek Elementary has 48.9% math proficiency and 60.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Big Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Big Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Big Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Big Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Big Creek Elementary?
34.6% of students at Big 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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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Average (398/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 26
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Fresno County
- Phone
- (559) 893-3314
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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District
Big Creek Elementary- District Enrollment
- 26
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $54,607
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