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C. G. Credle Elementary

Elementary School · Granville County Schools

223 College St, Oxford, NC 27565

Enrollment

314

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,500 of 2,648

In Oxford

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#7 of 15

Granville County Schools

Academic growth

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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C. G. Credle Elementary

6.0/10

Elementary School in Oxford · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.1/10

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About C. G. Credle Elementary

C. G. Credle Elementary is a public elementary school in Oxford, NC, part of Granville County Schools.

C. G. Credle Elementary serves approximately 314 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio.

C. G. Credle Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,500 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for C. G. Credle Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at C. G. Credle Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

40% of students at C. G. Credle 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.4% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.5% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-11.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.1 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-10.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,027
Chronic Absenteeism39.5%

C. G. Credle Elementary — Students at C. G. Credle Elementary score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 29.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 35 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
64%
ELA
50%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
30%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
35%
2025
Math
53.1%
ELA
24.6%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How C. G. Credle Elementary Compares

See how C. G. Credle Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in NC
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
6.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

223 College St, Oxford, NC 27565

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering C. G. Credle Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wilton Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Franklinton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Tar River Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Franklinton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Stovall-Shaw Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Stovall), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oxford, see our Oxford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Granville Academy Oxford 0.3 mi 8.1
Phoenix Academy Oxford 0.4 mi
West Oxford Elementary Oxford 1.3 mi 5.7
J. F. Webb High Oxford 1.6 mi 3.5
Northern Granville Middle Oxford 2.1 mi 3.1
Oxford Preparatory Oxford 2.4 mi 7.8
Vance Co Early College Henderson 5.9 mi 8.3
Dabney Elementary Henderson 6.2 mi 3.0
Stovall-Shaw Elementary Stovall 8.6 mi 6.1
Granville Central High Stem 8.8 mi 4.3
KERR-VANCE ACADEMY Henderson 7.9 mi 7.9
Vance Charter School Henderson 9.1 mi 7.2
Tar River Elementary Franklinton 11.2 mi 6.3
Wilton Elementary Franklinton 11.7 mi 6.5
CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Henderson 9.5 mi 5.9
E M Rollins Elementary Henderson 9.7 mi 5.4
Zeb Vance Elementary Kittrell 10.6 mi 3.1
L B Yancey Elementary Henderson 10.5 mi 6.1
Mount Energy Elementary Creedmoor 13.2 mi 4.7
AdVance Academy Henderson 10.8 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27565 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,406

Median Home Value

$193,400

Median Rent

$903/mo

Population

23,658

College Educated

21.3%

Homeownership

69.1%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

16.8%

Median Age

45.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about C. G. Credle Elementary

What grades does C. G. Credle Elementary serve?

C. G. Credle Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend C. G. Credle Elementary?

C. G. Credle Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 314 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at C. G. Credle Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at C. G. Credle Elementary is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does C. G. Credle Elementary rank in NC?

C. G. Credle Elementary ranks #1,500 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is C. G. Credle Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

C. G. Credle Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 C. G. Credle Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, C. G. Credle Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is C. G. Credle Elementary a charter school?

No, C. G. Credle Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is C. G. Credle Elementary a Title I school?

No, C. G. Credle Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for C. G. Credle Elementary?

92.4% of students at C. G. Credle 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
314
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Granville County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.5%

District

Granville County Schools
District Enrollment
6,553
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,027
District Rank
#7 of 15

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