Serving 654 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Town Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Town Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Town Creek Elementary School's student population of 654 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Town Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Town Creek Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#588 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
12%
25%
White
62%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Town Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Town Creek Elementary School is ranked #588 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Town Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Town Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belville Elementary School, Classical Charter Schools Of Leland, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Town Creek Elementary School?
654 students attend Town Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Town Creek Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Town Creek Elementary School?
Town 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 Town Creek Elementary School offer ?
Town Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Town Creek Elementary School part of?
Town Creek Elementary School is part of Brunswick County Schools School District.
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