Very Good
#825 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 31% in state
Middle Creek Elementary
Elementary School · Wake County Schools
110 Middle Creek Park Avenue, Apex, NC 27539
Enrollment
638
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
638
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#825 of 2,648
In Apex
#16 of 21
public schools
In district
#99 of 194
Wake County Schools
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Middle Creek Elementary
Elementary School in Apex · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Middle Creek Elementary
Middle Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Apex, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Middle Creek Elementary serves approximately 638 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Middle Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #825 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Middle Creek Elementary show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Middle Creek Elementary — Students at Middle Creek Elementary score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.7%
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: 6.3/10.
How Middle Creek Elementary Compares
See how Middle 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
110 Middle Creek Park Avenue, Apex, NC 27539
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Middle Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Holly Springs Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Holly Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is Holly Ridge Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Holly Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ballentine Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Fuquay-Varina), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Apex, see our Apex schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Creek High Apex | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| West Lake Elementary Apex | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| West Lake Middle Apex | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| NEW SCHOOL MONTESSORI CENTER Holly Springs | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Oak Grove Elementary Raleigh | 3.3 mi | 5.8 |
| HILLTOP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fuquay-Varina | 3.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Ballentine Elementary Fuquay-Varina | 4.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Holly Ridge Middle Holly Springs | 3.3 mi | 7.4 |
| KING'S TOWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh | 3.3 mi | — |
| Holly Ridge Elementary Holly Springs | 3.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Penny Road Elementary Cary | 3.8 mi | 7.0 |
| RESURRECTION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cary | 4.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Banks Road Elementary Raleigh | 3.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Herbert Akins Road Middle Fuquay-Varina | 4.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Herbert Akins Rd Elementary Fuquay-Varina | 4.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Fuquay-Varina Elementary Fuquay-Varina | 4.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Holly Springs Elementary Holly Springs | 4.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Yates Mill Elementary Raleigh | 5.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Pine Springs Preparatory Academy Holly Springs | 4.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Triangle Math and Science Academy Cary | 5.1 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27539 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$140,121
Median Home Value
$494,400
Median Rent
$1,781/mo
Population
25,944
College Educated
61.9%
Homeownership
82.8%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
37.4
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bonnie Cone Classical Academy Huntersville, NC | 7.3 |
| Bunn Elementary Bunn, NC | 7.3 |
| Coddle Creek Elementary Mooresville, NC | 7.3 |
| Cornelius Elementary Cornelius, NC | 7.3 |
| Davidson Charter Academy Lexington, NC | 7.3 |
| Irving Park Elementary Greensboro, NC | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Middle Creek Elementary
What grades does Middle Creek Elementary serve?
Middle Creek Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Middle Creek Elementary?
Middle Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 638 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Middle Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Middle Creek Elementary is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Middle Creek Elementary rank in NC?
Middle Creek Elementary ranks #825 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Middle Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Middle Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Middle Creek Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Middle Creek Elementary has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Middle Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Middle Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Middle Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Middle Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Middle Creek Elementary?
33.7% of students at Middle 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
- 638
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.8%
- Phone
- (919) 773-9555
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #99 of 194
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