On Thursday, January 11, 2024, at the January regular session meeting, the Johnston County Board of Education voted to name the new elementary school, Swift Creek Elementary.

With the capacity for 939 students, the nearly 115,877 square foot building will serve students from Pre-K through Fifth grade providing a fresh and innovative location for Johnston County students to enjoy their journey to a brighter future in education. The state-of-the-art two-story design has an open, contemporary theme, and features a shared cafeteria, auditorium, and gym space. It will also provide unique learning and work spaces conducive for academic and professional success.

• Educating PreK-5th Grade students for their ongoing educational journey.

• 115,877 Square Feet of dynamic educational space.

• Capacity for 939 future entrepreneurs, teachers, world leaders, and more.

• Two-Story Design provides plentiful space while maintaining a centralized feel.

• Open Concept allows for flexible and collaborative learning spaces.

• March 2024 is the groundbreaking for the district's newest elementary school.

• August 2025 opens the doors to a new community.

• Address: 4188 Cleveland Road, Smithfield, NC 27577

• Design Team: Ratio Architects

• Construction Manager: Balfour Beatty