Very Good
#688 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 26% in state
Creekside Elementary
Elementary School · Pitt County Schools
431 Forlines Road, Winterville, NC 28590
Enrollment
638
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
638
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#688 of 2,648
In Winterville
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#11 of 38
Pitt County Schools
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Creekside Elementary
Creekside Elementary is a public elementary school in Winterville, NC, part of Pitt County Schools. Creekside Elementary serves approximately 638 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Creekside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #688 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Creekside Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Creekside Elementary — Students at Creekside Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.5%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 7.7/10.
How Creekside Elementary Compares
See how Creekside 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
431 Forlines Road, Winterville, NC 28590
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Creekside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ECU Community School (rated 9.5/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Greenville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wintergreen Intermediate (rated 8.8/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Greenville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ridgewood Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Winterville, see our Winterville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South Central Winterville | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| OPENDOOR SCHOOL Winterville | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| PCS Early College High School Greenville | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| W H Robinson Elementary Winterville | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| A G Cox Middle Winterville | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Ridgewood Elementary Winterville | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| GREENVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenville | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| CHRIST COVENANT SCHOOL Winterville | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| GREENVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Winterville | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Lakeforest Elementary Greenville | 3.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Winterville Charter Academy Winterville | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Ayden Elementary Ayden | 4.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Ayden Middle Ayden | 4.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Junius H Rose High Greenville | 4.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Wintergreen Intermediate Greenville | 3.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Wintergreen Primary Greenville | 4.0 mi | 7.1 |
| South Greenville Elementary Greenville | 4.8 mi | 6.4 |
| ECU Community School Greenville | 4.8 mi | 9.5 |
| WALTON ACADEMY Greenville | 4.4 mi | 6.4 |
| THE GREENVILLE LEARNING CENTER Greenville | 4.7 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28590 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,318
Median Home Value
$243,400
Median Rent
$1,076/mo
Population
26,994
College Educated
42%
Homeownership
74.6%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
37.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Apex Elementary Apex, NC | 7.5 |
| Celeste Henkel Elementary Statesville, NC | 7.5 |
| Claxton Elementary Asheville, NC | 7.5 |
| Concord Lake STEAM Academy Kannapolis, NC | 7.5 |
| Creech Road Elementary Garner, NC | 7.5 |
| GW Carver Elementary Kannapolis, NC | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Creekside Elementary
What grades does Creekside Elementary serve?
Creekside Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Creekside Elementary?
Creekside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 638 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Creekside Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Creekside Elementary is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Creekside Elementary rank in NC?
Creekside Elementary ranks #688 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Creekside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Creekside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Creekside Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Creekside Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Creekside Elementary a charter school?
No, Creekside Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Creekside Elementary a Title I school?
No, Creekside Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Creekside Elementary?
99.5% of students at Creekside 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 638
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Pitt County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.4%
- Phone
- (252) 353-5253
Resources & Links
District
Pitt County Schools- District Enrollment
- 24,327
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,253
- District Rank
- #11 of 38
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