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#3845 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 40% in state
Creston Elementary
Elementary School · Atascadero Unified
PO Box 238, Creston, CA 93432
Enrollment
68
Student-Teacher
34:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
68
Student-Teacher
34:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,845 of 9,539
In district
#5 of 11
Atascadero Unified
Academic performance
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Creston Elementary
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About Creston Elementary
Creston Elementary is a public elementary school in Creston, CA, part of Atascadero Unified. Creston Elementary serves approximately 68 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 34:1 student-teacher ratio. Creston Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,845 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Creston Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 68 students, Creston 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.
Creston Elementary runs 34:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Creston 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.
Score Breakdown
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Creston Elementary — Students at Creston Elementary score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.9%
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: 7.6/10.
How Creston Elementary Compares
See how Creston Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 238, Creston, CA 93432
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Creston Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monterey Road Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Atascadero), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Santa Margarita Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Santa Margarita), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, San Gabriel Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Atascadero), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Creston, see our Creston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Paloma Creek High Atascadero | 7.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Atascadero Choices in Education Academy (ACE) Atascadero | 7.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Santa Rosa Road Academic Academy Atascadero | 8.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Atascadero Middle Atascadero | 8.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Santa Margarita Elementary Santa Margarita | 9.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Fine Arts Academy Atascadero | 8.4 mi | 7.3 |
| NORTH COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Atascadero | 8.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Atascadero High Atascadero | 8.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Virginia Peterson Elementary Paso Robles | 9.4 mi | 4.2 |
| San Gabriel Elementary Atascadero | 9.2 mi | 7.1 |
| San Benito Elementary Atascadero | 9.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Winifred Pifer Elementary Paso Robles | 10.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Monterey Road Elementary Atascadero | 9.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Almond Acres Charter Academy Paso Robles | 10.4 mi | 6.2 |
| CHILDRENS HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Atascadero | 9.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Pat Butler Elementary Paso Robles | 10.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Liberty High (Continuation) Paso Robles | 10.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Independence High Paso Robles | 10.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Nickel S Ranch Academy Paso Robles | 10.4 mi | — |
| Paso Robles High Paso Robles | 10.7 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93432 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,200
Median Home Value
$899,500
Median Rent
$1,776/mo
Population
1,229
College Educated
46%
Homeownership
83.6%
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
55.4
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|---|---|
| ANTELOPE VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Lancaster, CA | 6.8 |
| Annie E. Cheney Kindergarten Coalinga, CA | 6.8 |
| Concow Elementary Oroville, CA | 6.8 |
| Delphic Elementary Montague, CA | 6.8 |
| GROWING PLACE Riverside, CA | 6.8 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT FORT MASON San Francisco, CA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Creston Elementary
What grades does Creston Elementary serve?
Creston Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Creston Elementary?
Creston Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 68 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Creston Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Creston Elementary is 34:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Creston Elementary rank in CA?
Creston Elementary ranks #3,845 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Creston Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Creston Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Creston Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Creston Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Creston Elementary a charter school?
No, Creston Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Creston Elementary a Title I school?
No, Creston Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Creston Elementary?
52.9% of students at Creston 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 68
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 34:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.2%
- Phone
- (805) 238-4771
Resources & Links
District
Atascadero Unified- District Enrollment
- 4,338
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,963
- District Rank
- #5 of 11
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