Serving 596 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clear Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clear Creek Elementary School's student population of 596 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
596 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clear Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clear Creek Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#643 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
23%
18%
Black
1%
36%
White
74%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clear Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Clear Creek Elementary School is ranked #643 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Clear Creek Elementary School?
596 students attend Clear Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Clear Creek Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clear Creek Elementary School?
Clear Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clear Creek Elementary School offer ?
Clear Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Clear Creek Elementary School part of?
Clear Creek Elementary School is part of Gilmer County School District.
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