Serving 706 students in grades Kindergarten-7, Summit Creek Academy 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 30-34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Summit Creek Academy's student population of 706 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
Total Students
706 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Summit Creek Academy 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 Summit Creek Academy is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1882 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)30-34%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
54%
25%
White
16%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit Creek Academy's ranking?
Summit Creek Academy is ranked #1882 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Summit Creek Academy often compared to?
Summit Creek Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Gate City Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Summit Creek Academy?
706 students attend Summit Creek Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Summit Creek Academy students are Black, 16% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summit Creek Academy?
Summit Creek Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Summit Creek Academy offer ?
Summit Creek Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7
What school district is Summit Creek Academy part of?
Summit Creek Academy is part of Summit Creek Academy School District.
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