Turner Creek Elementary School serves 913 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Turner Creek Elementary School placed in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 913 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turner Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Turner Creek Elementary School's student population of 913 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
913 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Turner Creek Elementary School is ranked within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Turner Creek Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#584 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
4%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
10%
25%
White
50%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turner Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Turner Creek Elementary School is ranked #584 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Turner Creek Elementary School?
913 students attend Turner Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Turner Creek Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Turner Creek Elementary School?
Turner Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Turner Creek Elementary School offer ?
Turner Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Turner Creek Elementary School part of?
Turner Creek Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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