Serving 742 students in grades 9-12, Spring Creek High 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 40-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 77% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spring Creek High School's student population of 742 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
742 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Spring Creek High 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 Spring Creek High School is 0.56, 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
#1625 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
61%
21%
Black
13%
25%
White
23%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
74%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
4%
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 Spring Creek High School's ranking?
Spring Creek High School is ranked #1625 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Spring Creek High School often compared to?
Spring Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles B Aycock High School, Rosewood High School, Southern Wayne High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spring Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Spring Creek High School is 74%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Spring Creek High School?
742 students attend Spring Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Spring Creek High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spring Creek High School?
Spring Creek High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Spring Creek High School offer ?
Spring Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spring Creek High School part of?
Spring Creek High School is part of Wayne County School District.
School Reviews
5 8/14/2014
I like this school. My daughter attends and she loves it. It is a very good school. My daughter came to the school the middle of the school year last year and she made good friends the very first day of going. I recommend this school to anybody.
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