HORTONS CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Hortons Creek Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Wake County Schools school district, located in Cary, NC with about 875 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 52 teachers, Hortons 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.

Hortons Creek Elementary, located in the rapidly growing Cary/West Apex area of North Carolina, is a modern public school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. As part of the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS), the school is known for its contemporary facilities, which were designed to foster a collaborative learning environment. The school emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum integrated with technology, aiming to prepare students for success in a global society by focusing on critical thinking, creativity, and digital literacy.

Beyond academics, Hortons Creek is recognized for its strong sense of community and inclusive culture. The school prioritizes social-emotional learning and character development, often hosting events that encourage active participation from parents and local families. By balancing high academic standards with a supportive atmosphere and a wide range of extracurricular opportunities, Hortons Creek Elementary has established itself as a cornerstone of the local community, dedicated to nurturing the academic and personal growth of its diverse student body.

For more information, contact Hortons Creek Elementary at (919) 807-3491 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

7615 O'Kelly Chapel Rd
Cary, NC 27519
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HORTONS CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Cary, NC with about 875 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
School status:
New
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
875
Teachers:
52.04
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 875 students

White
37.5%
Asian
33.1%
Black or African American
16.3%
Hispanic/Latino
6.5%
Two or more races
5.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
47.0%
Male
53.0%

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.