Serving 737 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Paw 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 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 737 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paw Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Paw Creek Elementary School's student population of 737 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
737 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Paw 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 Paw Creek Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1840 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
33%
21%
Black
52%
25%
White
7%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
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 Paw Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Paw Creek Elementary School is ranked #1840 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Paw Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Paw Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tuckaseegee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Paw Creek Elementary School?
737 students attend Paw Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Paw Creek Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paw Creek Elementary School?
Paw 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 Paw Creek Elementary School offer ?
Paw Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paw Creek Elementary School part of?
Paw Creek Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Paw Creek Elementary School located?
Paw Creek Elementary School is located in the Coulwood West neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Coulwood West.
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