Serving 571 students in grades 5-8, Spring Creek Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower 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 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Spring Creek Middle serves the southeast part of Seven Springs, NC, covering an area of approximately 100.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.4 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 10.8 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spring Creek Middle School's student population of 571 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
571 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Spring Creek Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Creek Middle School is 0.50, 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
#1868 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)44%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
68%
22%
Black
11%
24%
White
16%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Creek Middle School's ranking?
Spring Creek Middle School is ranked #1868 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Spring Creek Middle School?
571 students attend Spring Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Spring Creek Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring Creek Middle School?
Spring Creek Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Spring Creek Middle School offer ?
Spring Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spring Creek Middle School part of?
Spring Creek Middle School is part of Wayne County School District.
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