Serving 81 students in grades 6-8, Mountain Creek Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 81 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Mountain Creek Middle School's student population of 81 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
81 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mountain Creek Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain Creek Middle School is 0.56, 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
#3838 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
21%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
62%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain Creek Middle School's ranking?
Mountain Creek Middle School is ranked #3838 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mountain Creek Middle School?
81 students attend Mountain Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Mountain Creek Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mountain Creek Middle School?
Mountain Creek Middle School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Mountain Creek Middle School offer ?
Mountain Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mountain Creek Middle School part of?
Mountain Creek Middle School is part of Pioneer Union School District.
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