Serving 801 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Abbotts Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abbotts Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Abbotts Creek Elementary School's student population of 801 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
801 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Abbotts Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abbotts Creek Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#248 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
23%
25%
White
57%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abbotts Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Abbotts Creek Elementary School is ranked #248 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Abbotts Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Abbotts Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Durant Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Abbotts Creek Elementary School?
801 students attend Abbotts Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Abbotts Creek Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Abbotts Creek Elementary School?
Abbotts 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 Abbotts Creek Elementary School offer ?
Abbotts Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Abbotts Creek Elementary School part of?
Abbotts Creek Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Abbotts Creek Elementary School located?
Abbotts Creek Elementary School is located in the North Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 17 other public schools located in North Raleigh.
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