Serving 706 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Queens Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 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 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 706 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Queens Creek Elementary serves the eastern part of Swansboro, NC, covering an area of approximately 21.2 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Queens Creek Elementary School's student population of 706 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
706 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Year Founded
1998
School Rankings
Queens Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Queens Creek Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1043 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2004–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
71%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Hunter green, navy blue and white
School Mascot
Navigator (alligator)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Queens Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Queens Creek Elementary School is ranked #1043 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Queens Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Queens Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Swansboro Elementary School, Sand Ridge 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 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Queens Creek Elementary School?
706 students attend Queens Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Queens Creek Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Queens Creek Elementary School?
Queens Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Queens Creek Elementary School offer ?
Queens Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Queens Creek Elementary School part of?
Queens Creek Elementary School is part of Onslow County Schools.
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