Serving 814 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Salt Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 814 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salt 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
Salt Creek Elementary School's student population of 814 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
814 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Salt Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salt Creek Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1272 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
51%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salt Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Salt Creek Elementary School is ranked #1272 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Salt Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Salt Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arroyo Vista Charter, Eastlake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Salt Creek Elementary School?
814 students attend Salt Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Salt Creek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salt Creek Elementary School?
Salt Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Salt Creek Elementary School offer ?
Salt Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Salt Creek Elementary School part of?
Salt Creek Elementary School is part of Chula Vista Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Salt Creek Elementary School located?
Salt Creek Elementary School is located in the Eastlake Woods neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Eastlake Woods.
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