Serving 1,044 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 85% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,044 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- 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
School Overview
Cox Mill Elementary School's student population of 1,044 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
1,044 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cox Mill Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cox Mill Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#107 out of 2568 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
45%
4%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
12%
25%
White
33%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #107 out of 2,568 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?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Cox Mill Elementary School?
1,044 students attend Cox Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Cox Mill Elementary School students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% 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 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cox Mill Elementary School offer ?
Cox Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cox Mill Elementary School part of?
Cox Mill Elementary School is part of Cabarrus County Schools School District.
School Reviews
2 6/6/2011
Requires little academic achievement. Rather focuses on social skills and self-esteem
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