Serving 209 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brier Creek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brier Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Brier Creek Elementary School's student population of 209 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
209 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brier 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 Brier Creek Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#1790 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
n/a
25%
White
86%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brier Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Brier Creek Elementary School is ranked #1790 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Brier Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Brier Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fair Grove Elementary School, Hasty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Brier Creek Elementary School?
209 students attend Brier Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Brier Creek Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brier Creek Elementary School?
Brier Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Brier Creek Elementary School offer ?
Brier Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brier Creek Elementary School part of?
Brier Creek Elementary School is part of Davidson County Schools School District.
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