Serving 381 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bradley Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bradley Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Bradley Creek Elementary School's student population of 381 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Building Character, Excellence, and Success
School Rankings
Bradley Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bradley Creek Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#744 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
45%
21%
Black
4%
25%
White
47%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bradley Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Bradley Creek Elementary School is ranked #744 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Bradley Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Bradley Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holly Tree Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Bradley Creek Elementary School?
381 students attend Bradley Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Bradley Creek Elementary School students are White, 45% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bradley Creek Elementary School?
Bradley Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bradley Creek Elementary School offer ?
Bradley Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bradley Creek Elementary School part of?
Bradley Creek Elementary School is part of New Hanover County Schools School District.
School Reviews
1 3/26/2020
Not adequately equipped to handle children with IEP's and specials needs. Teachers try to provide help but get no support from their principle. EC department is terrible.
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