Serving 1,727 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 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,727 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Cox Mill High School's student population of 1,727 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,727 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.68, 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
#70 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
4%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
21%
25%
White
49%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
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 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 96%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Cox Mill High School?
1,727 students attend Cox Mill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Cox Mill High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cox Mill High School?
Cox Mill High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cox Mill High School offer ?
Cox Mill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cox Mill High School part of?
Cox Mill High School is part of Cabarrus County Schools School District.
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