Turner Creek Elementary

turnercreekes.wcpss.net/

638 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.

638

Total Students

50.5

Full-Time Teachers

12.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

22.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Turner Creek Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	280
Hispanic	100
Black	66
Asian	155
Two or More	34
Pacific Islander	3

White
280 (43.9%)
Asian
155 (24.3%)
Hispanic
100 (15.7%)
Black
66 (10.3%)
Two or More
34 (5.3%)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.5%)

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:	638
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	50.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.6
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 18

Kindergarten 79

Grade 1 120

Grade 2 96

Grade 3 119

Grade 4 110

Grade 5 96

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Turner Creek Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	18
Kindergarten	79
Grade 1	120
Grade 2	96
Grade 3	119
Grade 4	110
Grade 5	96

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Turner Creek Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	330	51.7%
Male	308	48.3%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)