Serving 823 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Spring Creek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 823 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Spring Creek Elementary School's student population of 823 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
823 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spring Creek Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Creek Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1478 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
60%
21%
Black
10%
25%
White
25%
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
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Spring Creek Elementary School is ranked #1478 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Spring Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Spring Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tommy's Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Spring Creek Elementary School?
823 students attend Spring Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Spring Creek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spring Creek Elementary School?
Spring Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Spring Creek Elementary School offer ?
Spring Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Spring Creek Elementary School part of?
Spring Creek Elementary School is part of Wayne County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/11/2010
I like this school it is in a good place as far as distence from my home. The teachers are nice and keep you filled in on your childs progress.
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