Serving 583 students in grades 6-8, Concord 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 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Concord Middle serves the northern part of Concord, NC, covering an area of approximately 30 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with most residing within about 3.9 miles from the school, and the furthest edge reaching up to 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Concord Middle School's student population of 583 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
583 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Concord Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Concord Middle School is 0.69, which is less 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
#2263 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)30%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
38%
22%
Black
37%
24%
White
19%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Concord Middle School's ranking?
Concord Middle School is ranked #2263 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Concord Middle School often compared to?
Concord Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harold E. Winkler 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 51% NC state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Concord Middle School?
583 students attend Concord Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Concord Middle School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Concord Middle School?
Concord Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Concord Middle School offer ?
Concord Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Concord Middle School part of?
Concord Middle School is part of Cabarrus County Schools.
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