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Creekside Charter

Newcastle Elementary · Placer County · 1916 Chamonix Place, Olympic Valley, CA 96146

(530) 581-1036 · www.newcastle.k12.ca.us

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10/10
#91
Rank 91 out of 5,722
Top 2%
English Language Arts10/10 · #118 · 98th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #129 · 98th percentile
Science10/10 · #44 · 99th percentile

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School Overview

Tucked away in Olympic Valley near the base of Palisades Tahoe, Creekside Charter is a rare find — a K-8 school that consistently ranks among the very best in California, with near-perfect percentile scores across English, math, and science. Families who choose to settle in this stunning Sierra Nevada community get the full mountain lifestyle package: ski slopes, hiking trails, and a tight-knit neighborhood where the school genuinely feels like the heart of the community. It's a natural draw for outdoorsy, academically motivated families who want exceptional academics without sacrificing that small-town, adventure-ready way of life.

Student Demographics

140 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
111 (79%)
Multiple Races
22 (16%)
Hispanic
4 (3%)
Asian
3 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners1 (1%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged16 (11%)
Students with Disabilities20 (14%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

233
Enrollment
12
Teachers (FTE)
19.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
17.6
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs2/10 · #5269 · 13th percentile

11 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.