HARRIS CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Harris Creek Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Wake County Schools school district, located in Raleigh, NC with about 1,058 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 65 teachers, Harris Creek Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Harris Creek Elementary School, located in Raleigh, North Carolina, is a part of the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS). The school serves students in prekindergarten through fifth grade and is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive learning environment. Its curriculum focuses on core academic standards while emphasizing critical thinking, social-emotional development, and the integration of technology to prepare students for future academic success.

As a member of the WCPSS district, Harris Creek benefits from the resources and standardized educational frameworks of North Carolina's largest school system. The school places a high priority on community engagement and parental involvement, aiming to build strong partnerships between families and educators. With its commitment to high expectations and a student-centered approach, Harris Creek strives to cultivate a safe and dynamic atmosphere where children can grow both academically and personally.

For more information, contact Harris Creek Elementary at (919) 217-5100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3829 Forestville Road
Raleigh, NC 27616
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HARRIS CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Raleigh, NC with about 1,058 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,058
Teachers:
65.5
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
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
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 1,058 students

White
39.6%
Black or African American
32.2%
Hispanic/Latino
19.4%
Two or more races
4.9%
Asian
3.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
49.1%
Male
50.9%

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.