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Indian Valley Intermediate
Middle School · Stony Creek Joint Unified
3430 County Road 309, Elk Creek, CA 95939
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
13:1
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
13:1
Grades
5th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Indian Valley Intermediate
Indian Valley Intermediate is a public middle school in Elk Creek, CA, part of the Stony Creek Joint Unified. The school serves approximately 26 students in grades 5th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Students demonstrate 19% proficiency in math, 17 points below the state average and 45% in reading/language arts, 2 points below the state average.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $35,893, where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 26 students, Indian Valley Intermediate 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, Indian Valley Intermediate 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 26 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Address
- 3430 County Road 309, Elk Creek, CA 95939
- Website
- scjusd.org
- Phone
- (530) 963-3210
- 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.
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Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 6 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 25% (2019) to 20.83% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 75% (2019) to 29.17% (2024).
Location
3430 County Road 309, Elk Creek, CA 95939
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Indian Valley Intermediate may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Upper Lake Middle (rated 6.0/10, 24.1 miles away, in nearby Upper Lake). Another option is Willows Intermediate (rated 5.9/10, 20.5 miles away, in nearby Willows). Additionally, Maxwell Middle (rated 4.8/10, 20.3 miles away, in nearby Maxwell). For more schools in Elk Creek, see our Elk Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 29.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elk Creek High Elk Creek | 15.7 mi | — |
| Bidwell Point High (Continuation) Elk Creek | 15.7 mi | — |
| Elk Creek Elementary Elk Creek | 15.7 mi | — |
| Maxwell Sr High Maxwell | 20.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Glenn County Special Education Willows | 20.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Willows Intermediate Willows | 20.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Walden Academy Willows | 20.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Maxwell Elementary Maxwell | 20.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Maxwell Middle Maxwell | 20.3 mi | 4.8 |
| East Lake Clearlake Oaks | 25.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Willows Community High Willows | 20.8 mi | — |
| Willows High Willows | 21.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Murdock Elementary Willows | 21.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Lucerne Elementary Lucerne | 24.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Clover Valley High (Continuation) Upper Lake | 24.0 mi | — |
| Upper Lake High Upper Lake | 24.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Upper Lake Middle Upper Lake | 24.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Upper Lake Elementary Upper Lake | 24.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Pomo Clearlake | 28.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Burns Valley Clearlake | 29.5 mi | 2.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95939 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,893
Median Home Value
$262,500
Median Rent
$1,139/mo
Population
323
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
42.9%
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
61.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Indian Valley Intermediate has a median household income of $35,893. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $262,500, with a median rent of $1,139/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Indian Valley Intermediate
What grades does Indian Valley Intermediate serve?
Indian Valley Intermediate serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Indian Valley Intermediate?
Indian Valley Intermediate has an enrollment of approximately 26 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Indian Valley Intermediate?
The student-teacher ratio at Indian Valley Intermediate 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 Indian Valley Intermediate?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Indian Valley Intermediate has 18.6% math proficiency and 44.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Indian Valley Intermediate a charter school?
No, Indian Valley Intermediate is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Indian Valley Intermediate a Title I school?
No, Indian Valley Intermediate is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Indian Valley Intermediate?
53.8% of students at Indian Valley 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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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Average (530/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 26
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Colusa County
- Phone
- (530) 963-3210
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Stony Creek Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 71
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,818
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