Concord High School is a public high school in Concord, North Carolina, United States. First opened on September 2, 1895, it is the oldest public high school in Cabarrus County and one of the oldest extant in North Carolina.
Serving 1,003 students in grades 9-12, Concord High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,003 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Concord High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Concord High School's student population of 1,003 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,003 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
1895
School Rankings
Concord 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 Concord High School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#920 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
34%
21%
Black
31%
25%
White
28%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Concord High School's ranking?
Concord High School is ranked #920 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Concord High School often compared to?
Concord High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A L Brown High School, Cox Mill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Concord High School?
The graduation rate of Concord High School is 83%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Concord High School?
1,003 students attend Concord High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Concord High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 28% 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 Concord High School?
Concord High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Concord High School offer ?
Concord High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Concord High School part of?
Concord High School is part of Cabarrus County Schools School District.
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