Serving 1,309 students in grades 6-8, Kannapolis 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 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kannapolis Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kannapolis Middle School's student population of 1,309 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kannapolis Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kannapolis Middle School is 0.71, 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
#1810 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
37%
20%
Black
29%
25%
White
27%
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
100%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kannapolis Middle School's ranking?
Kannapolis Middle School is ranked #1810 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Kannapolis Middle School often compared to?
Kannapolis Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Cabarrus 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 42% NC state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Kannapolis Middle School?
1,309 students attend Kannapolis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Kannapolis Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 27% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kannapolis Middle School?
Kannapolis Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kannapolis Middle School offer ?
Kannapolis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Kannapolis Middle School part of?
Kannapolis Middle School is part of Kannapolis City Schools School District.
School Reviews
4 5/25/2020
This school is wonderful in a lot of ways. The staff is kind and warm-hearted and care for the students' wellbeing.
2 3/26/2020
Kannapolis city schools is one of the worst school systems I personally went to, but my favorite time period with them was grade 7-8.
5 8/26/2019
It is one of the best schools in the world I would highly recommend it.
5 5/1/2007
the school is great
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