Serving 459 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clear Creek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 54% (which is higher 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 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Clear Creek Elementary serves the eastern part of Charlotte, NC, covering an area of approximately 17.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 2.2 miles and the furthest point extending 4.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clear Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clear Creek Elementary School's student population of 459 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Excellence Without Exception
School Rankings
Clear 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 Clear Creek Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1450 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
38%
22%
Black
32%
24%
White
20%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clear Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Clear Creek Elementary School is ranked #1450 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Clear Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Clear Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bain 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 51% NC state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Clear Creek Elementary School?
459 students attend Clear Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Clear Creek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clear Creek Elementary School?
Clear 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 Clear Creek Elementary School offer ?
Clear Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clear Creek Elementary School part of?
Clear Creek Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Clear Creek Elementary School located?
Clear Creek Elementary School is located in the Bradfield Farms neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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