Serving 636 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Middle Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Middle Creek Elementary serves the southwest part of Apex, NC, covering an area of approximately 8.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 10.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Middle Creek Elementary School's student population of 636 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
636 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
School Rankings
Middle 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 Middle Creek Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#581 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)67%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
11%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
61%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Middle Creek Elementary School is ranked #581 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Middle Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Middle Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Middle Creek Elementary School?
636 students attend Middle Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Middle Creek Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle Creek Elementary School?
Middle Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Middle Creek Elementary School offer ?
Middle Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Middle Creek Elementary School part of?
Middle Creek Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
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