Turner Creek Elementary

turnercreekes.wcpss.net/

673 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Turner Creek Elementary, located in the West Cary area of North Carolina, is a high-performing public school that serves students in grades Pre-K through 5. Part of the Wake County Public School System, the school is known for its strong academic reputation and a commitment to fostering a nurturing, inclusive environment. With a diverse student body and a dedicated faculty, the school emphasizes both rigorous core instruction and the social-emotional development of its students, preparing them for future success in a collaborative and supportive setting.

The school is recognized for its active parent involvement and a vibrant sense of community, often highlighted by its robust PTA and numerous enrichment programs. Its curriculum is designed to encourage critical thinking, creativity, and technological literacy, leveraging modern resources to engage young learners. By prioritizing individualized learning pathways and consistent communication between home and school, Turner Creek Elementary consistently maintains a reputation as a cornerstone of the Cary educational landscape, dedicated to helping every child reach their full potential.

673

Total Students

47.0

Full-Time Teachers

14.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

21.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Turner Creek Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	332
Hispanic	83
Black	56
Asian	161
Two or More	39
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

White
332 (49.3 %)
Asian
161 (23.9 %)
Hispanic
83 (12.3 %)
Black
56 (8.3 %)
Two or More
39 (5.8 %)
American Indian
1 (0.1 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Wake County Schools
Phone:	(919)363-1391
Website:	http://turnercreekes.wcpss.net/
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	673
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	47.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	135
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	9

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 17

Kindergarten 75

Grade 1 133

Grade 2 112

Grade 3 111

Grade 4 120

Grade 5 105

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Turner Creek Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	17
Kindergarten	75
Grade 1	133
Grade 2	112
Grade 3	111
Grade 4	120
Grade 5	105

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Turner Creek Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	321	47.7%
Male	352	52.3%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)