Very Good
#3528 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 37% in state
Montgomery Creek Elementary
Elementary School · Mountain Union Elementary
PO Box 368, Montgomery Creek, CA 96065
Enrollment
86
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
86
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,528 of 9,539
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Montgomery Creek Elementary
Montgomery Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Montgomery Creek, CA, part of Mountain Union Elementary. Montgomery Creek Elementary serves approximately 86 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Montgomery Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,528 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Montgomery Creek Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 86 students, Montgomery 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.
Montgomery 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.
69% of students at Montgomery 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.
Score Breakdown
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Montgomery Creek Elementary — Students at Montgomery Creek Elementary score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 8.0/10.
How Montgomery Creek Elementary Compares
See how Montgomery Creek Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 368, Montgomery Creek, CA 96065
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montgomery Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Millville Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 24.0 miles away, in nearby Millville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Junction Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 26.1 miles away, in nearby Palo Cedro), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bella Vista Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 21.6 miles away, in nearby Bella Vista), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Montgomery Creek, see our Montgomery Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Beacon Hill Christian Academy Montgomery Creek | 4.2 mi | — |
| Oak Run Elementary Oak Run | 12.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Explore and learn Whitmore | 13.6 mi | — |
| Whitmore Elementary Whitmore | 14.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Mountain View High (Continuation) Burney | 13.3 mi | — |
| Burney Community Day Burney | 13.3 mi | — |
| Burney Elementary Burney | 14.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Burney Junior-Senior High Burney | 14.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Mt. Burney Special Education Center Burney | 14.4 mi | — |
| Black Butte Junior High Shingletown | 22.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Black Butte Elementary Shingletown | 22.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Bella Vista | 21.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Millville Elementary Millville | 24.0 mi | 7.8 |
| J.A.W.S Homeschooling Redding | 21.2 mi | — |
| North Cow Creek Elementary Palo Cedro | 23.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Foothill High Palo Cedro | 25.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Chrysalis Charter Palo Cedro | 25.8 mi | 7.5 |
| REDDING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Palo Cedro | 25.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Junction Elementary Palo Cedro | 26.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Grand Oaks Elementary Shasta Lake | 25.1 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96065 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,000
Median Home Value
$315,800
Population
346
College Educated
33.4%
Homeownership
87.8%
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Median Age
59.7
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| DAVINCI ACADEMY OF CAMPBELL Campbell, CA | 7.0 |
| Mid Valley Alternative Charter Hanford, CA | 7.0 |
| Orleans Elementary Orleans, CA | 7.0 |
| SOUTH BAY JUNIOR ACADEMY Torrance, CA | 7.0 |
| Shasta Elementary Redding, CA | 7.0 |
| All Tribes Elementary Charter Valley Center, CA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montgomery Creek Elementary
What grades does Montgomery Creek Elementary serve?
Montgomery Creek Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Montgomery Creek Elementary?
Montgomery Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 86 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montgomery Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Montgomery Creek Elementary is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Montgomery Creek Elementary rank in CA?
Montgomery Creek Elementary ranks #3,528 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Montgomery Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Montgomery Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Montgomery Creek Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Montgomery Creek Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Montgomery Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Montgomery Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Montgomery Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Montgomery Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Montgomery Creek Elementary?
82.6% of students at Montgomery 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 86
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Shasta County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.6%
- Phone
- (530) 337-6214
Resources & Links
District
Mountain Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 86
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,329
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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