Serving 432 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Steele 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 34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Steele Creek Elementary School's student population of 432 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Steele 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 Steele Creek Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#2236 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
50%
21%
Black
38%
25%
White
5%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
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 Steele Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Steele Creek Elementary School is ranked #2236 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Steele Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Steele Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Wylie Elementary School, River Gate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Steele Creek Elementary School?
432 students attend Steele Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Steele Creek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Steele Creek Elementary School?
Steele Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Steele Creek Elementary School offer ?
Steele Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Steele Creek Elementary School part of?
Steele Creek Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Steele Creek Elementary School located?
Steele Creek Elementary School is located in the Olde Whitehall neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Olde Whitehall.
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