BUIES CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Buies Creek Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Harnett County Schools school district, located in Buies Creek, NC with about 288 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 16 teachers, Buies Creek Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Buies Creek Elementary School, located in the historic community of Buies Creek, North Carolina, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Harnett County School District. Nestled in a quiet, rural setting, the school is deeply integrated into a community long characterized by its close proximity to Campbell University. As a primary school, it focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment for young students, emphasizing core academic skills, character development, and a strong sense of community engagement.

The school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive educational experience that prepares students for the challenges of middle school and beyond. Through its partnership with the district, Buies Creek Elementary utilizes established curriculum standards while encouraging parental involvement and a collaborative atmosphere among staff and families. By maintaining a focus on both traditional academic achievement and the personal growth of its student body, the school remains a vital pillar for families residing in the Buies Creek area.

For more information, contact Buies Creek Elementary at (910) 893-3505 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

340 Main Street
Buies Creek, NC 27506
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BUIES CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Buies Creek, NC with about 288 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
288
Teachers:
16.8
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 288 students

White
62.5%
Black or African American
18.4%
Hispanic/Latino
11.5%
Two or more races
4.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.7%
Asian
1.0%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
45.1%
Male
54.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.