Serving 234 students in grades 9-13, Cabarrus-kannapolis Early Coll ranks in the top 1% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cabarrus-Kannapolis Early College's attendance zone is located in Concord, NC, covering approximately 350.8 square miles and encompassing the entire school district. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 10.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 20.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cabarrus-kannapolis Early Coll ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cabarrus-kannapolis Early Coll's student population of 234 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
234 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Motto
Your Path to Success Starts Here!
School Rankings
Cabarrus-kannapolis Early Coll ranks within the top 1% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cabarrus-kannapolis Early Coll is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#18 out of 2617 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥90%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cabarrus-kannapolis Early Coll's ranking?
Cabarrus-kannapolis Early Coll is ranked #18 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Cabarrus-kannapolis Early Coll often compared to?
Cabarrus-kannapolis Early Collis often viewed alongside schools like Cabarrus Early College Of Technology, Cox Mill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cabarrus-kannapolis Early Coll?
The graduation rate of Cabarrus-kannapolis Early Coll is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Cabarrus-kannapolis Early Coll?
234 students attend Cabarrus-kannapolis Early Coll.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Cabarrus-kannapolis Early Coll students are White, 29% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cabarrus-kannapolis Early Coll?
Cabarrus-kannapolis Early Coll has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cabarrus-kannapolis Early Coll offer ?
Cabarrus-kannapolis Early Coll offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cabarrus-kannapolis Early Coll part of?
Cabarrus-kannapolis Early Coll is part of Cabarrus County Schools.
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