Serving 145 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Martins Creek Elementary/mid 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 30-34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martins Creek Elementary/mid ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Martins Creek Elementary/mid's student population of 145 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
145 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Martins Creek Elementary/mid ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martins Creek Elementary/mid is 0.25, 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
#1375 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
1%
25%
White
86%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martins Creek Elementary/mid's ranking?
Martins Creek Elementary/mid is ranked #1375 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Martins Creek Elementary/mid often compared to?
Martins Creek Elementary/midis often viewed alongside schools like Murphy Elementary School, Ranger Elementary/middle, Peachtree Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Martins Creek Elementary/mid?
145 students attend Martins Creek Elementary/mid.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Martins Creek Elementary/mid students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martins Creek Elementary/mid?
Martins Creek Elementary/mid has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Martins Creek Elementary/mid offer ?
Martins Creek Elementary/mid offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Martins Creek Elementary/mid part of?
Martins Creek Elementary/mid is part of Cherokee County Schools School District.
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