Serving 686 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Balls Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Balls Creek Elementary serves the eastern part of Newton, NC, covering an area of approximately 42.8 square miles, with most students living within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, and the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Balls Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Balls Creek Elementary School's student population of 686 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
686 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Motto
Engage. Inspire. Empower.
School Rankings
Balls 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 Balls Creek Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#773 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)71%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Balls Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Balls Creek Elementary School is ranked #773 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Balls Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Balls Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Catawba Elementary School, Maiden Elementary School, Sherrills Ford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Balls Creek Elementary School?
686 students attend Balls Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Balls Creek Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Balls Creek Elementary School?
Balls Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Balls Creek Elementary School offer ?
Balls Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Balls Creek Elementary School part of?
Balls Creek Elementary School is part of Catawba County Schools.
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