Serving 137 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Martins 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 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% 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-5
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Martins Creek Elementary/Mid serves the southern part of Murphy, NC, covering an area of approximately 29.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest point in the attendance zone being about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martins Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Martins Creek Elementary School's student population of 137 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
137 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
61 acres
School Motto
Cherokee County Public Schools mission is for every student to graduate from high school globally competitive for work and postsecondary education and be prepared for life in the 21st century.
School Rankings
Martins 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 Martins Creek Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#1367 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40-44%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
24%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)45.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-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 Martins Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Martins Creek Elementary School is ranked #1367 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Martins Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Martins Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murphy Elementary School, Ranger Elementary School, Peachtree Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Martins Creek Elementary School?
137 students attend Martins Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Martins Creek Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martins Creek Elementary School?
Martins Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Martins Creek Elementary School offer ?
Martins Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Martins Creek Elementary School part of?
Martins Creek Elementary School is part of Cherokee County Schools.
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