Serving 578 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brier Creek Elementary 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 37% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brier Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Brier Creek Elementary School's student population of 578 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brier Creek Elementary 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 Brier Creek Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1826 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
49%
25%
White
27%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brier Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Brier Creek Elementary School is ranked #1826 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Brier Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Brier Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Brier Creek Elementary School?
578 students attend Brier Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Brier Creek Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brier Creek Elementary School?
Brier 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 Brier Creek Elementary School offer ?
Brier Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Brier Creek Elementary School part of?
Brier Creek Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Brier Creek Elementary School located?
Brier Creek Elementary School is located in the Umstead neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Umstead.
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