Serving 713 students in grades 6-8, Concord Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 713 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Concord Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Concord Middle School's student population of 713 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
713 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Concord Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Concord Middle School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2263 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
34%
20%
Black
39%
25%
White
21%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Concord Middle School's ranking?
Concord Middle School is ranked #2263 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Concord Middle School often compared to?
Concord Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harold E. Winkler Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Concord Middle School?
713 students attend Concord Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Concord Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Concord Middle School?
Concord Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Concord Middle School offer ?
Concord Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Concord Middle School part of?
Concord Middle School is part of Cabarrus County Schools School District.
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