Summary
Camp Creek Elementary School in Lilburn, GA, is a large, high-performing school serving 1,425 students in grades PK through 5 as part of Gwinnett County Public Schools. The school consistently ranks among the top 11% of elementary schools in Georgia, currently holding a 4-star rating, and stands out for its strong academics, low absenteeism, and exceptional support for diverse learners.
Camp Creek’s test scores are well above both district and state averages. In 5th grade math, 73.4% of students met proficiency, compared to 51.6% for the district and 44.1% statewide—a nearly 30-point advantage over the state. Science results are similarly impressive, with 74.6% of 5th graders proficient versus 44.2% statewide. The school also shines with specific student groups: African American students rank in the 97th percentile statewide, English Language Learners in the 94th percentile, and Special Education students in the 92nd percentile. Chronic absenteeism is remarkably low at 8.1%, roughly half the district rate, which likely supports these strong outcomes. With a student-teacher ratio of 13.7:1, the school manages its large enrollment effectively.
Compared to nearby schools, Camp Creek achieves top-tier results while serving a higher percentage of students eligible for free/reduced lunch (50.3%) than peers like Head Elementary (44.2%) or Gwin Oaks Elementary (45.1%). It also outperforms several neighboring schools with similar or lower poverty rates, such as Lilburn Elementary and Minor Elementary, which rank in the bottom half statewide. Notably, Camp Creek spends less per student ($14,217) than many lower-performing nearby schools, demonstrating efficient resource use. While the school has eased slightly from its peak ranking in the mid-2010s, it remains a standout choice for families seeking a large, inclusive, and academically strong elementary school.
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