Serving 948 students in grades 6-8, J N Fries Magnet School ranks in the top 20% 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 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 948 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J N Fries Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
J N Fries Magnet School's student population of 948 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
948 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J N Fries Magnet School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J N Fries Magnet School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#510 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
19%
25%
White
46%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J N Fries Magnet School's ranking?
J N Fries Magnet School is ranked #510 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are J N Fries Magnet School often compared to?
J N Fries Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harris Road Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend J N Fries Magnet School?
948 students attend J N Fries Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of J N Fries Magnet School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J N Fries Magnet School?
J N Fries Magnet School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does J N Fries Magnet School offer ?
J N Fries Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is J N Fries Magnet School part of?
J N Fries Magnet School is part of Cabarrus County Schools School District.
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