Serving 461 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lyle Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyle Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lyle Creek Elementary School's student population of 461 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lyle 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 Lyle Creek Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1272 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
4%
Hispanic
20%
20%
Black
2%
25%
White
45%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyle Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Lyle Creek Elementary School is ranked #1272 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Lyle Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Lyle Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Snow Creek Elementary School, Clyde Campbell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Lyle Creek Elementary School?
461 students attend Lyle Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Lyle Creek Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lyle Creek Elementary School?
Lyle Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lyle Creek Elementary School offer ?
Lyle Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Lyle Creek Elementary School part of?
Lyle Creek Elementary School is part of Catawba County Schools School District.
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