Serving 706 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Queens 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 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Queens Creek Elementary School's student population of 706 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
706 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1998
Colors
Hunter green, navy blue and white
School Rankings
Queens 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 Queens Creek Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1043 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
12%
22%
Black
6%
24%
White
71%
42%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
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: Navigator (alligator)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Queens Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Queens Creek Elementary School is ranked #1043 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Queens Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Queens Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Swansboro Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Queens Creek Elementary School?
706 students attend Queens Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Queens Creek Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Queens Creek Elementary School?
Queens Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Queens Creek Elementary School offer ?
Queens Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Queens Creek Elementary School part of?
Queens Creek Elementary School is part of Onslow County Schools.
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