Serving 163 students in grades 6-8, South Creek Middle 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 10% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Creek Middle School's student population of 163 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Mascot
Cougars
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
163 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1975
School Colors
Purple, Silver
School Rankings
South Creek Middle 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 South Creek Middle School is 0.52, 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
#2573 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
67%
25%
White
15%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
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 South Creek Middle School's ranking?
South Creek Middle School is ranked #2573 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend South Creek Middle School?
163 students attend South Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of South Creek Middle School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Creek Middle School?
South Creek Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Creek Middle School offer ?
South Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is South Creek Middle School part of?
South Creek Middle School is part of Martin County Schools School District.
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