Serving 870 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Buckhorn Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 870 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buckhorn Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Buckhorn Creek Elementary School's student population of 870 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 56% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
870 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buckhorn Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buckhorn Creek Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#384 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
16%
4%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
13%
25%
White
52%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckhorn Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Buckhorn Creek Elementary School is ranked #384 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Buckhorn Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Buckhorn Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westarea Elementary School, Holly Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Buckhorn Creek Elementary School?
870 students attend Buckhorn Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Buckhorn Creek Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buckhorn Creek Elementary School?
Buckhorn Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Buckhorn Creek Elementary School offer ?
Buckhorn Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Buckhorn Creek Elementary School part of?
Buckhorn Creek Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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