Serving 520 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mallard Creek Elementary School 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 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mallard Creek Elementary School's student population of 520 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Mallard Creek Elementary School 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 Mallard Creek Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#1763 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Black
70%
25%
White
6%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
3%
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 Mallard Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Mallard Creek Elementary School is ranked #1763 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Mallard Creek Elementary School?
520 students attend Mallard Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Mallard Creek Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mallard Creek Elementary School?
Mallard Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mallard Creek Elementary School offer ?
Mallard Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mallard Creek Elementary School part of?
Mallard Creek Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Mallard Creek Elementary School located?
Mallard Creek Elementary School is located in the Prosperity Church Road neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 4 other public schools located in Prosperity Church Road.
School Reviews
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