Serving 558 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Richland Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher 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 54% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Richland Creek Elementary serves the northeast part of Wake Forest, NC, covering an area of approximately 11.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richland Creek Elementary School's student population of 558 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
558 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Richland 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 Richland Creek Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#727 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-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 Richland Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Richland Creek Elementary School is ranked #727 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Richland Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Richland Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rolesville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Richland Creek Elementary School?
558 students attend Richland Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Richland Creek Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richland Creek Elementary School?
Richland 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 Richland Creek Elementary School offer ?
Richland Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richland Creek Elementary School part of?
Richland Creek Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
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