Serving 263 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Kannapolis Elementary 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 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Kannapolis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
North Kannapolis Elementary School's student population of 263 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
263 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Kannapolis Elementary 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 North Kannapolis Elementary School is 0.64, which is less 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
#1804 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
54%
20%
Black
18%
25%
White
20%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Kannapolis Elementary School's ranking?
North Kannapolis Elementary School is ranked #1804 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend North Kannapolis Elementary School?
263 students attend North Kannapolis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of North Kannapolis Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Kannapolis Elementary School?
North Kannapolis Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Kannapolis Elementary School offer ?
North Kannapolis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is North Kannapolis Elementary School part of?
North Kannapolis Elementary School is part of Kannapolis City Schools School District.
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