Serving 599 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sanford 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 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sanford Creek Elementary School's student population of 599 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
599 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Sanford 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 Sanford Creek Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#897 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)58%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
17%
22%
Black
25%
24%
White
51%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sanford Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Sanford Creek Elementary School is ranked #897 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Sanford Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Sanford 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Sanford Creek Elementary School?
599 students attend Sanford Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Sanford Creek Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sanford Creek Elementary School?
Sanford 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 Sanford Creek Elementary School offer ?
Sanford Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sanford Creek Elementary School part of?
Sanford Creek Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
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