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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
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Big Creek Elementary
Elementary School in Big Creek · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Big Creek Elementary
Big Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Big Creek, CA, part of Big Creek Elementary. Big Creek Elementary serves approximately 26 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Big Creek Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 26 students, Big 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.
Big 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.
35% of students at Big 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.
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?
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Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 22 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
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 7.5/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Auberry). Another option is Mountain Home Charter (Alternative) (rated 6.0/10, 23.8 miles away, in nearby Oakhurst). Additionally, Foothill Elementary (rated 5.9/10, 18.9 miles away, in nearby Prather). 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 | 7.5 |
| North Fork Elementary North Fork | 14.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Mountain Oaks High North Fork | 14.2 mi | — |
| Sierra@Home Tollhouse | 16.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Sierra Alternative High Tollhouse | 16.1 mi | — |
| Sierra High Tollhouse | 16.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Sierra Junior High Tollhouse | 16.2 mi | 5.4 |
| 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 | 5.9 |
| Ahwahnee High Oakhurst | 22.6 mi | — |
| Yosemite High Oakhurst | 22.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Evergreen High Oakhurst | 22.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Yosemite Falls Education Center Oakhurst | 22.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Oak Creek Intermediate Oakhurst | 23.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Oakhurst Elementary Oakhurst | 23.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Glacier High School Charter Oakhurst | 23.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Mountain Home Charter (Alternative) Oakhurst | 23.8 mi | 6.0 |
| 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
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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 loaded state assessment records, Big Creek Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.6%
- Phone
- (559) 893-3314
Resources & Links
District
Big Creek Elementary- District Enrollment
- 26
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $54,607
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