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#3798 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 40% in state
Willow Creek Elementary
Elementary School · Willow Creek Elementary
5321 York Rd., Montague, CA 96064
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,798 of 9,539
In Montague
#2 of 4
public schools
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Willow Creek Elementary
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About Willow Creek Elementary
Willow Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Montague, CA, part of Willow Creek Elementary. Willow Creek Elementary serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Willow Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,798 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Willow Creek Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 40 students, Willow 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.
Test scores at Willow Creek Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Willow 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.
Score Breakdown
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Willow Creek Elementary — Students at Willow Creek Elementary score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.5%
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.
* 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: 8.6/10.
How Willow Creek Elementary Compares
See how Willow Creek Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5321 York Rd., Montague, CA 96064
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willow Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Montague Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 8.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hornbrook Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Hornbrook), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Delphic Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 11.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Montague, see our Montague schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hornbrook Elementary Hornbrook | 6.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Bogus Elementary Montague | 7.7 mi | — |
| Montague Elementary Montague | 8.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Little Shasta Elementary Montague | 10.3 mi | — |
| Delphic Elementary Montague | 11.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Yreka High Yreka | 11.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Yreka Union High Community Day Yreka | 11.7 mi | — |
| Discovery High Yreka | 11.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Northern United - Siskiyou Charter Eureka | 12.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Jackson Street Elementary Yreka | 12.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Grenada Elementary Grenada | 14.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Siskiyou County Special Education Yreka | 12.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Evergreen Elementary Yreka | 12.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Yreka Adventist Christian School Yreka | 12.9 mi | — |
| YREKA SDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yreka | 12.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Covenant Chapel Bible Academy Yreka | 13.1 mi | — |
| COVENANT CHAPEL BIBLE ACADEMY Yreka | 13.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Big Springs Elementary Montague | 15.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Pinehurst Elementary School Ashland | 18.4 mi | — |
| Gazelle Elementary Gazelle | 22.9 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96064 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,602
Median Home Value
$247,400
Median Rent
$907/mo
Population
4,696
College Educated
17.4%
Homeownership
76.6%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
16.5%
Median Age
44.4
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| ANNELIESE SCHOOL Laguna Beach, CA | 6.9 |
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| Gravenstein First Sebastopol, CA | 6.9 |
| Liberty Primary Petaluma, CA | 6.9 |
| THE CONCORDIA SCHOOL Concord, CA | 6.9 |
| Graves Elementary Salinas, CA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willow Creek Elementary
What grades does Willow Creek Elementary serve?
Willow Creek Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Willow Creek Elementary?
Willow Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willow Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Willow Creek Elementary is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willow Creek Elementary rank in CA?
Willow Creek Elementary ranks #3,798 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Willow Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Willow Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Willow Creek Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willow Creek Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Willow Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Willow Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willow Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Willow Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willow Creek Elementary?
57.5% of students at Willow 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 40
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Siskiyou County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.5%
- Phone
- (530) 459-3313
Resources & Links
District
Willow Creek Elementary- District Enrollment
- 40
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,614
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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