Excellent
#253 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 10% in state
Creekside Elementary
Elementary School · Craven County Board of Education
2790 Landscape Drive, New Bern, NC 28562
Enrollment
512
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
512
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#253 of 2,648
In New Bern
#2 of 14
public schools
In district
#3 of 26
Craven County Board of Education
Academic performance
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Creekside Elementary
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About Creekside Elementary
Creekside Elementary is a public elementary school in New Bern, NC, part of Craven County Board of Education. Creekside Elementary serves approximately 512 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Creekside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #253 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Creekside Elementary show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 5.9
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Creekside Elementary — Students at Creekside Elementary score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32%
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: 8.0/10.
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
2790 Landscape Drive, New Bern, NC 28562
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Creekside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Albert H Bangert Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 5.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is W Jesse Gurganus Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Havelock), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Trent Park Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 6.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in New Bern, see our New Bern schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEW BERN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Bern | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Brinson Memorial Elementary New Bern | 2.8 mi | 5.2 |
| ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL New Bern | 4.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Albert H Bangert Elementary New Bern | 5.2 mi | 8.7 |
| CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH SCHOOL New Bern | 6.0 mi | 7.4 |
| THE EPIPHANY SCHOOL OF GLOBAL STUDIES New Bern | 6.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Grover C Fields Middle New Bern | 6.4 mi | 7.1 |
| J T Barber Elementary New Bern | 6.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Trent Park Elementary New Bern | 6.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Craven Virtual Academy New Bern | 6.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Oaks Road Academy New Bern | 7.4 mi | 2.9 |
| Craven Early College High New Bern | 7.3 mi | 7.8 |
| H J MacDonald Middle New Bern | 7.6 mi | 4.7 |
| New Bern High New Bern | 7.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Ben D Quinn Elementary New Bern | 7.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Tucker Creek Middle Havelock | 8.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Bridgeton Elementary New Bern | 8.9 mi | 5.5 |
| W Jesse Gurganus Elementary Havelock | 9.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Arthur W Edwards Elementary Havelock | 9.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Graham A Barden Elementary Havelock | 10.8 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28562 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,620
Median Home Value
$246,400
Median Rent
$1,131/mo
Population
38,838
College Educated
33.3%
Homeownership
74.7%
Avg Commute
19.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
46.6
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ballentine Elementary Fuquay-Varina, NC | 8.4 |
| Beverly Woods Elementary Charlotte, NC | 8.4 |
| Blowing Rock Elementary Blowing Rock, NC | 8.4 |
| Colfax Elementary Colfax, NC | 8.4 |
| Elizabeth Lane Elementary Matthews, NC | 8.4 |
| Farmington Woods Elementary Cary, NC | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Creekside Elementary
What grades does Creekside Elementary serve?
Creekside Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Creekside Elementary?
Creekside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 512 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Creekside Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Creekside Elementary is 14.6:1. 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 #253 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Creekside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Creekside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% 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?
32.0% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 512
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Craven County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.1%
- Phone
- (252) 514-4360
Resources & Links
District
Craven County Board of Education- District Enrollment
- 12,584
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,893
- District Rank
- #3 of 26
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