Serving 526 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Big Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Big Creek Elementary School's student population of 526 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Big Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Creek Elementary School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#739 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
17%
3%
Hispanic
9%
7%
Black
3%
17%
White
65%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Big Creek Elementary School is ranked #739 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Big Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Big Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitney Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Big Creek Elementary School?
526 students attend Big Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Big Creek Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Big Creek Elementary School?
Big Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Big Creek Elementary School offer ?
Big Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Big Creek Elementary School part of?
Big Creek Elementary School is part of Berea City School District.
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