Below Average
#2195 of 2,648 schools in NC
Buies Creek Elementary
Elementary School · Harnett County Schools
PO Box 68, Buies Creek, NC 27506
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,195 of 2,648
In district
#22 of 27
Harnett County Schools
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Buies Creek Elementary
Elementary School in Buies Creek · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Buies Creek Elementary
Buies Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Buies Creek, NC, part of Harnett County Schools. Buies Creek Elementary serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Buies Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,195 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Buies Creek Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Buies Creek Elementary — Students at Buies Creek Elementary score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 35 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: 4.0/10.
How Buies Creek Elementary Compares
See how Buies 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
PO Box 68, Buies Creek, NC 27506
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buies Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Lakes Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Fuquay-Varina), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carolina Charter Academy (rated 7.4/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Angier), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Harnett Primary (rated 6.5/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Angier), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buies Creek, see our Buies Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Coats Elementary Coats | 3.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Harnett Central High Angier | 4.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Harnett Central Middle Angier | 4.5 mi | 4.0 |
| North Harnett Primary Angier | 5.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Coats-Erwin Middle Dunn | 5.0 mi | 4.9 |
| STAR Academy Lillington | 5.0 mi | — |
| Angier Elementary Angier | 6.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Triton High Erwin | 6.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Lillington-Shawtown Elementary Lillington | 5.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Erwin Elementary Erwin | 7.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Harnett Virtual Academy Fuquay-Varina | 7.2 mi | 1.7 |
| Carolina Charter Academy Angier | 8.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Achievement Charter Academy Fuquay-Varina | 9.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Dunn Middle Dunn | 8.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Dunn Elementary Dunn | 9.4 mi | 6.4 |
| BROOKSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dunn | 9.6 mi | 7.0 |
| FAITH EDUCATION ACADEMY Dunn | 10.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Willow Spring High Fuquay-Varina | 11.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Harnett County Early College Dunn | 10.4 mi | 8.5 |
| South Lakes Elementary Fuquay-Varina | 11.7 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27506 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
1,064
College Educated
0%
Homeownership
0%
Poverty Rate
0%
Median Age
19.2
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|---|---|
| Community School of Digital & Visual Art Durham, NC | 4.5 |
| North Cove Elementary School Marion, NC | 4.5 |
| West Rockingham Elementary Rockingham, NC | 4.5 |
| ASHEVILLE-PISGAH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Candler, NC | 4.6 |
| Buckland Elementary Gates, NC | 4.4 |
| Fairview Elementary Rocky Mount, NC | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buies Creek Elementary
What grades does Buies Creek Elementary serve?
Buies Creek Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Buies Creek Elementary?
Buies Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buies Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Buies Creek Elementary is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Buies Creek Elementary rank in NC?
Buies Creek Elementary ranks #2,195 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Buies Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Buies Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Buies Creek Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Buies Creek Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Buies Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Buies Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Buies Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Buies Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Buies Creek Elementary?
56.5% of students at Buies 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 230
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Harnett County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.4%
- Phone
- (910) 893-3505
Resources & Links
District
Harnett County Schools- District Enrollment
- 20,033
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,877
- District Rank
- #22 of 27
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