Excellent
#810 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 9% in state
Day Creek Intermediate
Middle School · Etiwanda Elementary
12345 Coyote Dr., Etiwanda, CA 91739
Enrollment
1,272
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,272
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#810 of 9,539
In Etiwanda
#2 of 9
public schools
In district
#3 of 17
Etiwanda Elementary
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Day Creek Intermediate
Middle School in Etiwanda · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Day Creek Intermediate
Day Creek Intermediate is a public middle school in Etiwanda, CA, part of Etiwanda Elementary. Day Creek Intermediate serves approximately 1,272 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 22.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Day Creek Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #810 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Day Creek Intermediate show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Day Creek Intermediate runs 22.3:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Day Creek Intermediate — Students at Day Creek Intermediate score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 8.4/10.
How Day Creek Intermediate Compares
See how Day Creek Intermediate performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
12345 Coyote Dr., Etiwanda, CA 91739
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Day Creek Intermediate may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Summit Intermediate (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Etiwanda Intermediate (rated 7.0/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Etiwanda, see our Etiwanda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John L. Golden Elementary Etiwanda | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Etiwanda Colony Elementary Etiwanda | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Caryn Elementary Alta Loma | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Los Osos High Rancho Cucamonga | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Windrows Elementary Etiwanda | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Summit Intermediate Etiwanda | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Etiwanda Community Day Etiwanda | 1.5 mi | — |
| Rancho Cucamonga High Rancho Cucamonga | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| ST MARY'S MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rancho Cucamonga | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Etiwanda Intermediate Etiwanda | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary Alta Loma | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Grapeland Elementary Etiwanda | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Banyan Elementary Alta Loma | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Etiwanda High Etiwanda | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Victoria Groves Elementary Alta Loma | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Terra Vista Elementary Rancho Cucamonga | 2.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Perdew Elementary Etiwanda | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
| ST MARYS MONTESSORI SCHOOL-FONTANA Fontana | 2.9 mi | — |
| SACRED HEART PARISH SCHOOL Rancho Cucamonga | 3.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Hermosa Elementary Alta Loma | 2.8 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91739 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$141,475
Median Home Value
$860,200
Median Rent
$2,508/mo
Population
41,722
College Educated
44.9%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
33.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
37.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Day Creek Intermediate
What grades does Day Creek Intermediate serve?
Day Creek Intermediate serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Day Creek Intermediate?
Day Creek Intermediate has an enrollment of approximately 1,272 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Day Creek Intermediate?
The student-teacher ratio at Day Creek Intermediate is 22.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Day Creek Intermediate rank in CA?
Day Creek Intermediate ranks #810 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Day Creek Intermediate's MySchoolScout rating?
Day Creek Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Day Creek Intermediate?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Day Creek Intermediate has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Day Creek Intermediate a charter school?
No, Day Creek Intermediate is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Day Creek Intermediate a Title I school?
No, Day Creek Intermediate is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Day Creek Intermediate?
23.4% of students at Day Creek Intermediate 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,272
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.0%
- Phone
- (909) 803-3300
Resources & Links
District
Etiwanda Elementary- District Enrollment
- 13,599
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,513
- District Rank
- #3 of 17
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