Elk Creek serves 2 students in grades 7-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 2 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elk Creek ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Elk Creek's student population of 2 students has declined by 77% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
2 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Elk Creek is 0.51, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
22:1
American Indian
50%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
n/a
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
50%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(15-16)≥50%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
17%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Elk Creek?
The graduation rate of Elk Creek is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 83%.
How many students attend Elk Creek?
2 students attend Elk Creek.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Elk Creek students are American Indian, and 50% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elk Creek?
Elk Creek has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Elk Creek offer ?
Elk Creek offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Elk Creek part of?
Elk Creek is part of Del Norte County Office Of Education School District.
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