Serving 778 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sycamore Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 39% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sycamore Creek Elementary serves the northwest part of Raleigh, NC, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families within the zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sycamore Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sycamore Creek Elementary School's student population of 778 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
778 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sycamore Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sycamore 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
#209 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)79%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sycamore Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Sycamore Creek Elementary School is ranked #209 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Sycamore Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Sycamore Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leesville Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Sycamore Creek Elementary School?
778 students attend Sycamore Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Sycamore Creek Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sycamore Creek Elementary School?
Sycamore 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 Sycamore Creek Elementary School offer ?
Sycamore Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sycamore Creek Elementary School part of?
Sycamore Creek Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Sycamore Creek Elementary School located?
Sycamore Creek Elementary School is located in the Umstead neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Umstead.
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