For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 55 students in Elk Creek, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in Elk Creek, CA are Elk Creek High School, Elk Creek Elementary School and Indian Valley Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elk Creek, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Elk Creek have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Elk Creek, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elk Creek High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3430 County Rd. 309
Elk Creek, CA 95939
(530) 968-5361
Elk Creek, CA 95939
(530) 968-5361
Gr: 9-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Elk Creek Elementary School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3430 County Road 309
Elk Creek, CA 95939
(530) 968-5288
Elk Creek, CA 95939
(530) 968-5288
Gr: K-8 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Indian Valley Intermediate
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5180 Lodoga-stonyford Rd.
Elk Creek, CA 95939
(530) 963-3210
Elk Creek, CA 95939
(530) 963-3210
Gr: 5-8
Rank: n/an/a
Bidwell Point High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
3430 County Road 309
Elk Creek, CA 95939
(530) 968-5177
Elk Creek, CA 95939
(530) 968-5177
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Elk Creek, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Elk Creek, CA include Elk Creek High School, Elk Creek Elementary School and Indian Valley Intermediate.
How many public schools are located in Elk Creek?
4 public schools are located in Elk Creek.
What is the racial composition of students in Elk Creek?
Elk Creek public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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