Serving 375 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Cedarcreek Elementary 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 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cedarcreek Elementary School's student population of 375 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cedarcreek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedarcreek Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2604 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
90%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedarcreek Elementary School's ranking?
Cedarcreek Elementary School is ranked #2604 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cedarcreek Elementary School often compared to?
Cedarcreek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rio Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cedarcreek Elementary School?
375 students attend Cedarcreek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Cedarcreek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cedarcreek Elementary School?
Cedarcreek Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Cedarcreek Elementary School offer ?
Cedarcreek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Cedarcreek Elementary School part of?
Cedarcreek Elementary School is part of Saugus Union School District.
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