At a glance
Reported students
604
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
52.1
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
11.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Georgia elementary enrollment
55th percentile
Compared with 1,298 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
618.5
Park Creek Elementary School: 604 reported students.
State peer staffing position
17th percentile
11.6:1 reported; state peer median 13.4:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 500
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53.66
- Student–teacher ratio
- 9.3:1
What the reported data says about Park Creek Elementary School
Park Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Dalton. It is one of 10 current school records connected to Dalton Public Schools. NCES reports 604 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,298 elementary schools in Georgia with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 580 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 55th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 11.6:1, below the Georgia median of 13.4:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (86.6%) and White (7.3%). English learners represent 49.2% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Park Creek Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 11.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 52.1 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 49.2%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.4%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 78.8%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Provision 2
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.58
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.7
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White7.3%
- Hispanic86.6%
- Black3.1%
- Asian1.3%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial1.7%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Dalton Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Westwood Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
605 reported students
Blue Ridge Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
632 reported students
Brookwood Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
688 reported students
City Park Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
707 reported students
Roan Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
421 reported students
Dalton Jr. High School
Middle · Grades 08–08
517 reported students
Public schools near Park Creek Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roan Elementary School Elementary · Dalton Public Schools | PK–05 | 421 | 1.1 mi |
| Blue Ridge Elementary School Elementary · Dalton Public Schools | PK–05 | 632 | 1.5 mi |
| Westwood Elementary School Elementary · Dalton Public Schools | PK–05 | 605 | 1.7 mi |
| City Park Elementary School Elementary · Dalton Public Schools | PK–05 | 707 | 1.9 mi |
| Eastside Elementary School Elementary · Whitfield County | PK–05 | 579 | 2.6 mi |
| Pleasant Grove Elementary School Elementary · Whitfield County | PK–05 | 451 | 2.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Park Creek Elementary School
What grades does Park Creek Elementary School serve?
Park Creek Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Dalton Public Schools.
How many students attend Park Creek Elementary School?
Park Creek Elementary School reported 604 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 55th percentile among 1,298 Georgia elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 500 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Park Creek Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 11.6:1, based on 604 students and 52.1 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Georgia median for the same school level is 13.4:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Park Creek Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Park Creek Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Dalton Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Park Creek Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
78.8% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Park Creek Elementary School in?
Park Creek Elementary School is part of Dalton Public Schools, based in Dalton, GA, which operates 10 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Park Creek Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Roan Elementary School (1.1 mi), Blue Ridge Elementary School (1.5 mi), Westwood Elementary School (1.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.