Serving 564 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Morning Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morning Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Morning Creek Elementary School's student population of 564 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
564 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morning Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morning Creek Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#821 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
34%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morning Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Morning Creek Elementary School is ranked #821 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Morning Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Morning Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Torrey Hills by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Morning Creek Elementary School?
564 students attend Morning Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Morning Creek Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morning Creek Elementary School?
Morning Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Morning Creek Elementary School offer ?
Morning Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Morning Creek Elementary School part of?
Morning Creek Elementary School is part of Poway Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Morning Creek Elementary School located?
Morning Creek Elementary School is located in the Sabre Springs neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Sabre Springs.
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