Very Good
#3212 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 34% in state
Stone Creek Elementary
Elementary School · Irvine Unified
2 Stone Creek South, Irvine, CA 92604
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
32.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
32.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Irvine
#14 of 47
public schools
California elementary schools
#2,124 of 5,817
In district
#12 of 43
Irvine Unified
Equity
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Stone Creek Elementary
Stone Creek Elementary serves 485 students from kindergarten through sixth grade in Irvine, a well-established community in Orange County. This regular public school operates with 15 full-time equivalent teachers, resulting in a student-teacher ratio of 32.3:1. The school demonstrates strong academic performance with an 8.0 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranks #1294 out of 9,566 California elementary schools, placing it in the 86th percentile statewide.
Students show solid achievement across core subjects, with 78% scoring proficient or above in English Language Arts and reading, while 80% reach proficiency in mathematics. These results contribute to the school's impressive 9.6 out of 10 academic score. Stone Creek Elementary is situated in the 92604 ZIP code area, where families enjoy a median household income of $120,460 and the community reflects a highly educated population with 64% holding bachelor's degrees or higher.
The neighborhood's median home value of $919,800 indicates a stable, affluent area with a relatively low poverty rate of 9.9%. The school operates within Irvine's carefully planned urban environment, serving families in this large Orange County city known for its strong commitment to education and community development.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Stone Creek Elementary is 32.3:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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Stone Creek Elementary — Students at Stone Creek Elementary score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 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 Stone Creek Elementary Compares
See how Stone Creek Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 78% (2019) to 78.89% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 80% (2019) to 78.18% (2024).
Location
2 Stone Creek South, Irvine, CA 92604
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stone Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eastshore Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Meadow Park Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Deerfield Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Irvine, see our Irvine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AStudent Academy Irvine | 0.3 mi | — |
| Irvine Adult Transition Programs Irvine | 0.3 mi | — |
| Novel Prep Irvine | 0.4 mi | — |
| Renascence School International Irvine | 0.5 mi | — |
| Woodbridge High Irvine | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Lakeside Middle Irvine | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Plaza Vista Irvine | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| JENNY HART EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Irvine | 0.5 mi | — |
| LEPORT MONTESSORI IRVINE MANDARIN Irvine | 0.5 mi | — |
| KINDERCARE Irvine | 0.7 mi | — |
| Mary lou Academy Irvine | 0.7 mi | — |
| Eastshore Elementary Irvine | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Woodbridge Children's School Irvine | 0.8 mi | — |
| PACIFIC ACADEMY Irvine | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Deerfield Elementary Irvine | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Meadow Park Elementary Irvine | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| MARDAN SCHOOL Irvine | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Venado Middle Irvine | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Mardan School of Educational Therapy Irvine | 1.0 mi | — |
| Springbrook Elementary Irvine | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92604 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,092
Median Home Value
$993,900
Median Rent
$2,728/mo
Population
27,750
College Educated
64.8%
Homeownership
61.9%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
43.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Stone Creek Elementary has a median household income of $128,092. It is a well-educated community where 65% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $993,900, with a median rent of $2,728/month. The local poverty rate of 8.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adams Elementary Riverside, CA | 7.1 |
| Alpine Vista Tulare, CA | 7.1 |
| Ansel Adams Stockton, CA | 7.1 |
| Baldwin (Julia) Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.1 |
| Bassett Street Elementary Lake Balboa, CA | 7.1 |
| Bay Farm Alameda, CA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stone Creek Elementary
What grades does Stone Creek Elementary serve?
Stone Creek Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Stone Creek Elementary?
Stone Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 485 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stone Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Stone Creek Elementary is 32.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stone Creek Elementary rank in CA?
Stone Creek Elementary is ranked #3212 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Stone Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Stone Creek Elementary has a composite rating of 7.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Stone Creek Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Stone Creek Elementary has 79.3% math proficiency and 78.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Stone Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Stone Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stone Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Stone Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stone Creek Elementary?
17.3% of students at Stone 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,479/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Irvine). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 485
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 32.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (949) 551-1201
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Irvine Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,731
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,405
- District Rank
- #12 of 43
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