Serving 660 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mcdeeds Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher 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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcdeeds Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mcdeeds Creek Elementary School's student population of 660 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
660 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Mcdeeds Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcdeeds Creek Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#288 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
6%
25%
White
75%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
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 Mcdeeds Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Mcdeeds Creek Elementary School is ranked #288 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Mcdeeds Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Mcdeeds Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stars Charter, Sandhills Farm Life Elementary School, Highland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Mcdeeds Creek Elementary School?
660 students attend Mcdeeds Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Mcdeeds Creek Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcdeeds Creek Elementary School?
Mcdeeds 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 Mcdeeds Creek Elementary School offer ?
Mcdeeds Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcdeeds Creek Elementary School part of?
Mcdeeds Creek Elementary School is part of Moore County Schools School District.
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