Needs Improvement
#2478 of 2,648 schools in NC
Brier Creek Elementary
Elementary School · Wake County Schools
9801 Brier Creek Parkway, Raleigh, NC 27617
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,478 of 2,648
In Raleigh
#96 of 98
public schools
In district
#190 of 194
Wake County Schools
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Brier Creek Elementary
Brier Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Raleigh, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Brier Creek Elementary serves approximately 551 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Brier Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,478 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Brier Creek Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 7.1
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Brier Creek Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Brier Creek Elementary — Students at Brier Creek Elementary score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.8/10.
How Brier Creek Elementary Compares
See how Brier Creek Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
9801 Brier Creek Parkway, Raleigh, NC 27617
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brier Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Parkside Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Morrisville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sycamore Creek Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pleasant Grove Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Morrisville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Grove Elementary Morrisville | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| The Institute Development Young Leaders Durham | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Bethesda Elementary Durham | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
| BETHESDA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Durham | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Spring Valley Elementary Durham | 3.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Research Triangle Charter Durham | 3.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Wake EC of Information & Biotechnologies Morrisville | 3.9 mi | — |
| ACCELERATOR SCHOOL LLC Morrisville | 4.1 mi | 6.7 |
| THE FRANCISCAN SCHOOL Raleigh | 3.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Research Triangle High School Research Triangle Pk | 3.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Pine Hollow Middle Raleigh | 4.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Sycamore Creek Elementary Raleigh | 4.2 mi | 8.2 |
| LUCY DANIELS SCHOOL Cary | 5.1 mi | — |
| Cedar Fork Elementary Morrisville | 4.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Sterling Montessori Academy Morrisville | 5.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Neal Middle Durham | 5.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Oak Grove Elementary Durham | 5.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Parkside Elementary Morrisville | 5.1 mi | 8.8 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOLS AT THE PARK Morrisville | 5.3 mi | — |
| Kestrel Heights School Durham | 4.8 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27617 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,991
Median Home Value
$448,300
Median Rent
$1,679/mo
Population
20,012
College Educated
63.5%
Homeownership
45.2%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
37
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brookside Elementary Gastonia, NC | 3.6 |
| Butler Avenue Elementary Clinton, NC | 3.6 |
| China Grove Elementary China Grove, NC | 3.6 |
| Erwin Elementary Erwin, NC | 3.6 |
| Ibraham Elementary Winston-Salem, NC | 3.6 |
| Laurel Hill Elementary Laurel Hill, NC | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brier Creek Elementary
What grades does Brier Creek Elementary serve?
Brier Creek Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Brier Creek Elementary?
Brier Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 551 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brier Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Brier Creek Elementary is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brier Creek Elementary rank in NC?
Brier Creek Elementary ranks #2,478 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Brier Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Brier Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Brier Creek Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brier Creek Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Brier Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Brier Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brier Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Brier Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brier Creek Elementary?
57.5% of students at Brier Creek Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 551
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.2%
- Phone
- (919) 484-4747
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #190 of 194
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