Serving 267 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Buies Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (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 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buies Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Buies Creek Elementary School's student population of 267 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
267 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buies 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 Buies Creek Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1227 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)45-49%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
21%
22%
Black
19%
24%
White
48%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knights
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buies Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Buies Creek Elementary School is ranked #1227 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Buies Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Buies Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cameron Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Buies Creek Elementary School?
267 students attend Buies Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Buies Creek Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buies Creek Elementary School?
Buies Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Buies Creek Elementary School offer ?
Buies Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buies Creek Elementary School part of?
Buies Creek Elementary School is part of Harnett County Schools.
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