Salmon Creek Community School is a private nonprofit school, established in 1970 to meet the educational needs of the children in our rural community.
Throughout its history, the school has offered a creative, caring environment for learning and an emphasis on valuing the individual and the community.
Together, teachers, parents and community volunteers create a rich, challenging and positive classroom experience for our children.
Language arts, math, science and social studies compose the foundation of our academic program.
Music, movement, handwork, art, drama and Spanish are incorporated into a standards-based curriculum.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
14 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
10 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Independent Schools for Independent Minds!
- Salmon Creek Community School is a private nonprofit school, established in 1970 to meet the educational needs of the children in our rural community.
- Throughout its history, the school has offered a creative, caring environment for learning and an emphasis on valuing the individual and the community.
- Together, teachers, parents and community volunteers create a rich, challenging and positive classroom experience for our children.
- Language arts, math, science and social studies compose the foundation of our academic program.
- Music, movement, handwork, art, drama and Spanish are incorporated into a standards-based curriculum.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Salmon Creek Community School?
The application deadline for Salmon Creek Community School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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