Serving 661 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Big Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Big Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
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Big Creek Elementary School's student population of 661 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
661 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
Big Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Creek Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#21 out of 2192 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
55%
5%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
7%
36%
White
28%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Big Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Big Creek Elementary School is ranked #21 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Big Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Big Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daves Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Big Creek Elementary School?
661 students attend Big Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Big Creek Elementary School students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Creek Elementary School?
Big Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Big Creek Elementary School offer ?
Big Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Big Creek Elementary School part of?
Big Creek Elementary School is part of Forsyth County School District.
School Reviews4 10/10/2025I went here from 3rd to 5th grade came in 2016 and want to give a good review because I liked the school... yeah.5 10/10/2025a. Excellent
b. Yes
c. Two-time Governor's Office Platinum Award, National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, Georgia School of Excellence
d. Well maintained
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I went here from 3rd to 5th grade came in 2016 and want to give a good review because I liked the school... yeah.
a. Excellent
b. Yes
c. Two-time Governor's Office Platinum Award, National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, Georgia School of Excellence
d. Well maintained
e. Parents are very actively involved
Review Big Creek Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
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