Serving 265 students in grades 9-12, South Creek High 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Creek High School's student population of 265 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 63% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Creek High 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 South Creek High School is 0.59, 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
#1954 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
59%
25%
White
21%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Creek High School's ranking?
South Creek High School is ranked #1954 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are South Creek High School often compared to?
South Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside High School, Bear Grass Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Creek High School?
The graduation rate of South Creek High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend South Creek High School?
265 students attend South Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of South Creek High School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Creek High School?
South Creek High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Creek High School offer ?
South Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Creek High School part of?
South Creek High School is part of Martin County Schools School District.
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