Serving 1,863 students in grades 9-12, West Cabarrus High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,863 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Cabarrus High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Cabarrus High School's student population of 1,863 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,863 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Cabarrus High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Cabarrus High School is 0.72, which is more 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
#914 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
32%
21%
Black
32%
25%
White
28%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Cabarrus High School's ranking?
West Cabarrus High School is ranked #914 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Cabarrus High School often compared to?
West Cabarrus High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Cabarrus High School, Cox Mill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Cabarrus High School?
The graduation rate of West Cabarrus High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend West Cabarrus High School?
1,863 students attend West Cabarrus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of West Cabarrus High School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Cabarrus High School?
West Cabarrus High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Cabarrus High School offer ?
West Cabarrus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Cabarrus High School part of?
West Cabarrus High School is part of Cabarrus County Schools School District.
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