Serving 355 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Haw Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Haw Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Haw Creek Elementary School's student population of 355 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
355 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Haw Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Haw Creek Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#880 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
13%
25%
White
68%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haw Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Haw Creek Elementary School is ranked #880 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Haw Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Haw Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evergreen Community Charter, Ira B Jones Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Haw Creek Elementary School?
355 students attend Haw Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Haw Creek Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Haw Creek Elementary School?
Haw Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Haw Creek Elementary School offer ?
Haw Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Haw Creek Elementary School part of?
Haw Creek Elementary School is part of Buncombe County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Haw Creek Elementary School located?
Haw Creek Elementary School is located in the Haw Creek neighborhood of Asheville, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Haw Creek.
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