Big Springs Union Elementary

Big Springs Union Elementary is an open, traditional public school district situated in a rural remote community at 7405 Highway A-12 in Montague, California. Operating as an independent, non-charter district centered around a single school facility, it delivers core primary and lower-secondary education to students from Kindergarten through 8th grade. Based on National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) data for the 2024–2025 school year, the district serves a focused student body of 151 children, comprising 77 female and 74 male students. The student population reflects a diverse rural background, including 67 White, 43 Asian, 19 Hispanic, 19 multiracial, and 3 American Indian students, with grade levels evenly distributed from 24 kindergarteners to 19 graduating eighth graders.

The district's organizational framework emphasizes tailored instructional support and robust administrative resources. Educational delivery is spearheaded by 10.8 full-time equivalent (FTE) teachers and 7.0 FTE instructional aides, allowing for attentive classroom guidance across all grade levels. This instructional staff is backed by 39.4 FTE support staff, bringing the district’s overall workplace strength to 57.2 FTE positions dedicated to campus safety, facility maintenance, and student services. Parents, community members, and educational researchers can learn more about Big Springs Union Elementary by calling (530) 459-3189 or visiting their official website at www.bigspringsschool.org.