Serving 190 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Martins Creek Elementary/mid 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 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martins Creek Elementary/mid ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Martins Creek Elementary/mid's student population of 190 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
190 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Martins Creek Elementary/mid 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 Martins Creek Elementary/mid is 0.21, 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
#1367 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
21%
Black
2%
25%
White
89%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
7%
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 Martins Creek Elementary/mid's ranking?
Martins Creek Elementary/mid is ranked #1367 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Martins Creek Elementary/mid often compared to?
Martins Creek Elementary/midis often viewed alongside schools like Murphy Elementary School, Ranger Elementary Middle School, Peachtree Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Martins Creek Elementary/mid?
190 students attend Martins Creek Elementary/mid.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Martins Creek Elementary/mid students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martins Creek Elementary/mid?
Martins Creek Elementary/mid has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Martins Creek Elementary/mid offer ?
Martins Creek Elementary/mid offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Martins Creek Elementary/mid part of?
Martins Creek Elementary/mid is part of Cherokee County Schools School District.
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