Serving 1,772 students in grades 9-12, Cox Mill High 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 90% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,772 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cox Mill High School serves the west part of Concord, NC, covering an attendance zone of approximately 31.6 square miles. Families typically live within a 10-15 minute drive, with the furthest distance from the school reaching about 8.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cox Mill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cox Mill High School's student population of 1,772 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,772 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Year Founded
2009
School Rankings
Cox Mill High 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 High School is 0.74, 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
#70 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)90%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Asian
27%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Black
20%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
White
38%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Graduation Rate
95%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Purple, Teal
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cox Mill High School's ranking?
Cox Mill High School is ranked #70 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Cox Mill High School often compared to?
Cox Mill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Cabarrus High School, Hickory Ridge 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 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cox Mill High School?
The graduation rate of Cox Mill High School is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Cox Mill High School?
1,772 students attend Cox Mill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Cox Mill High School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cox Mill High School?
Cox Mill High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cox Mill High School offer ?
Cox Mill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cox Mill High School part of?
Cox Mill High School is part of Cabarrus County Schools.
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