Serving 685 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Torrence 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 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Torrence Creek Elementary School's student population of 685 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
685 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Torrence 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 Torrence Creek Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#989 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
29%
20%
Black
15%
25%
White
47%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Torrence Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Torrence Creek Elementary School is ranked #989 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Torrence Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Torrence Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grand Oak Elementary School, Huntersville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Torrence Creek Elementary School?
685 students attend Torrence Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Torrence Creek Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Torrence Creek Elementary School?
Torrence 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 Torrence Creek Elementary School offer ?
Torrence Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Torrence Creek Elementary School part of?
Torrence Creek Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
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