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#544 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 16% in state

Big Creek Elementary School

Elementary School · Berea City

7247 Big Creek Pkwy, Middleburg Hts, OH 44130

Enrollment

540

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#544 of 3,441

In district

#1 of 5

Berea City

Academic performance

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Big Creek Elementary School

8.3/10

Elementary School in Middleburg Hts · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.3/10

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About Big Creek Elementary School

Big Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Middleburg Hts, OH, part of Berea City. Big Creek Elementary School serves approximately 540 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Big Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #544 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Big Creek Elementary School show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.0
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+19.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,222
Chronic Absenteeism14.1%

Big Creek Elementary School — Students at Big Creek Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 81.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 79.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
81%
ELA
91%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
81%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
80%
ELA
71%
2019
Math
80%
ELA
71%
2020*
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
72%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Big Creek Elementary School Compares

See how Big Creek Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
84th percentile in OH
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

7247 Big Creek Pkwy, Middleburg Hts, OH 44130

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Big Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whitney Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Strongsville), with a very similar rating. Another option is AL IHSAN SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Parma), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Parma), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Middleburg Hts, see our Middleburg Hts schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
THE ACADEMY OF ST BARTHOLOMEW Middleburg Heights 0.4 mi 6.3
Berea-Midpark Middle School Middleburg Heights 0.8 mi 5.3
Brook Park Elementary School Brook Park 1.9 mi 7.5
BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Parma 1.6 mi 7.7
Whitney Elementary School Strongsville 1.9 mi 8.3
INCARNATE WORD ACADEMY Parma Heights 1.9 mi 6.9
PROVIDENCE ACADEMY Parma 1.8 mi 7.0
Berea-Midpark High School Berea 1.9 mi 5.1
First Step Preschool Parma 2.2 mi 5.7
AL IHSAN SCHOOL Parma 2.6 mi 8.3
Greenbriar Middle School Parma 2.7 mi 6.2
Huber Heights Preparatory Academy dba Parma Academy Parma 3.1 mi 7.1
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Parma 2.6 mi 6.4
Valley Forge High School Parma Heights 2.8 mi 5.4
Summit Academy Community School-Parma Parma 3.2 mi 5.9
STS JOSEPH AND JOHN INTERPAROCHI Strongsville 3.5 mi 5.1
Pleasant Valley Elementary School Parma 2.9 mi 6.7
Albert Einstein Academy for Letters Arts and Sciences-Ohio Independence 3.3 mi 4.4
ST MARY SCHOOL Berea 3.0 mi 6.5
Strongsville Middle School Strongsville 3.8 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,099

Median Home Value

$184,900

Median Rent

$1,045/mo

Population

49,778

College Educated

28.1%

Homeownership

63.9%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

44.2

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Beavertown Elementary School Kettering, OH 8.3
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Berkshire Elementary Burton, OH 8.3
Boyd E Smith Elementary School Milford, OH 8.3
Buckeye Primary School Medina, OH 8.3
C H Campbell Elementary School Canfield, OH 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Big Creek Elementary School

What grades does Big Creek Elementary School serve?

Big Creek Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Big Creek Elementary School?

Big Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 540 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Big Creek Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Big Creek Elementary School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Big Creek Elementary School rank in OH?

Big Creek Elementary School ranks #544 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Big Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Big Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Big Creek Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Big Creek Elementary School has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Big Creek Elementary School a charter school?

No, Big Creek Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Big Creek Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Big Creek Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Big Creek Elementary School?

34.3% of students at Big Creek Elementary School 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

Walk Score
56 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

District

Berea City
District Enrollment
5,478
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,222
District Rank
#1 of 5

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