Serving 693 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Big Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Big Creek Elementary School's student population of 693 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
693 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Big Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Creek Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#11 out of 2204 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
53%
5%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
6%
36%
White
29%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Big Creek Elementary School is ranked #11 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Big Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Big Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daves Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Big Creek Elementary School?
693 students attend Big Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Big Creek Elementary School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Big Creek Elementary School?
Big Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Big Creek Elementary School offer ?
Big Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Big Creek Elementary School part of?
Big Creek Elementary School is part of Forsyth County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
School Reviews
4 1/6/2021
I went here from 3rd to 5th grade came in 2016 and want to give a good review because I liked the school... yeah.
5 2/2/2007
a. Excellent
b. Yes
c. Two-time Governor's Office Platinum Award, National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, Georgia School of Excellence
d. Well maintained
e. Parents are very actively involved
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