Serving 551 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Norwood 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 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norwood 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
School Overview
Norwood Creek Elementary School's student population of 551 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Norwood 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 Norwood Creek Elementary School is 0.47, which is less 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
#940 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
69%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norwood Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Norwood Creek Elementary School is ranked #940 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Norwood Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Norwood Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carolyn A. Clark Elementary School, Cedar Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Norwood Creek Elementary School?
551 students attend Norwood Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Norwood Creek Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norwood Creek Elementary School?
Norwood Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Norwood Creek Elementary School offer ?
Norwood Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Norwood Creek Elementary School part of?
Norwood Creek Elementary School is part of Evergreen Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Norwood Creek Elementary School located?
Norwood Creek Elementary School is located in the Evergreen neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Evergreen.
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