Serving 310 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Swift 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 56% (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 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Swift Creek Elementary serves the southwest part of Raleigh, NC, covering an area of approximately 13.4 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Swift Creek Elementary School's student population of 310 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Swift 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 Swift Creek Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#961 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)56%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
24%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
17%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
48%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swift Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Swift Creek Elementary School is ranked #961 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Swift Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Swift Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yates Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% 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 Swift Creek Elementary School?
310 students attend Swift Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Swift Creek Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swift Creek Elementary School?
Swift Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Swift Creek Elementary School offer ?
Swift Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swift Creek Elementary School part of?
Swift Creek Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
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