Serving 1,086 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cox Mill Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 91% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,086 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cox Mill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cox Mill Elementary School's student population of 1,086 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,086 students
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cox Mill Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cox Mill Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#66 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)91%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
54%
5%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
11%
24%
White
26%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cox Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Cox Mill Elementary School is ranked #66 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Cox Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Cox Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like W R Odell Primary, W R Odell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Cox Mill Elementary School?
1,086 students attend Cox Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Cox Mill Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cox Mill Elementary School?
Cox Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cox Mill Elementary School offer ?
Cox Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cox Mill Elementary School part of?
Cox Mill Elementary School is part of Cabarrus County Schools.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Requires little academic achievement. Rather focuses on social skills and self-esteem
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