Serving 551 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Snow 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 58% (which is higher than 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Snow Creek Elementary serves the northern part of Hickory, NC, covering an area of approximately 9.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Snow Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Snow Creek Elementary School's student population of 551 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
551 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Average Class Size
24 students
School Motto
Engage. Inspire. Empower.
School Rankings
Snow 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 Snow Creek Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#600 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)67%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
22%
22%
Black
2%
24%
White
59%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Snow Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Snow Creek Elementary School is ranked #600 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Snow Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Snow Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clyde Campbell Elementary School, Lyle Creek 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 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Snow Creek Elementary School?
551 students attend Snow Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Snow Creek Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Snow Creek Elementary School?
Snow 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 Snow Creek Elementary School offer ?
Snow Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Snow Creek Elementary School part of?
Snow Creek Elementary School is part of Catawba County Schools.
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