Serving 21 students in grades 9-12, Elk Creek High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elk Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Elk Creek High School's student population of 21 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
21 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Colors
Lake Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Elk Creek High School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
21:1
American Indian
52%
1%
Hispanic
14%
56%
White
29%
20%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elk Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Elk Creek High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Elk Creek High School?
21 students attend Elk Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Elk Creek High School students are American Indian, 29% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elk Creek High School?
Elk Creek High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Elk Creek High School offer ?
Elk Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Elk Creek High School part of?
Elk Creek High School is part of Stony Creek Joint Unified School District.
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