Serving 755 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Elder Creek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 755 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elder Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Elder Creek Elementary School's student population of 755 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
755 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Elder Creek Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elder Creek Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5645 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
49%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elder Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Elder Creek Elementary School is ranked #5645 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Elder Creek Elementary School?
755 students attend Elder Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Elder Creek Elementary School students are Asian, 38% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elder Creek Elementary School?
Elder Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Elder Creek Elementary School offer ?
Elder Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Elder Creek Elementary School part of?
Elder Creek Elementary School is part of Sacramento City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Elder Creek Elementary School located?
Elder Creek Elementary School is located in the Southeastern Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 20 other public schools located in Southeastern Sacramento.
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