Serving 755 students in grades 6-8, J N Fries Magnet School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 755 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: J N Fries Middle serves the west part of Concord, NC, covering an approximate area of 23.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J N Fries Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
J N Fries Magnet School's student population of 755 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
755 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1989
School Calendar
School Rankings
J N Fries Magnet School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J N Fries Magnet School is 0.73, 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
#604 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)62%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J N Fries Magnet School's ranking?
J N Fries Magnet School is ranked #604 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are J N Fries Magnet School often compared to?
J N Fries Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harris Road Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend J N Fries Magnet School?
755 students attend J N Fries Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of J N Fries Magnet School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J N Fries Magnet School?
J N Fries Magnet School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does J N Fries Magnet School offer ?
J N Fries Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J N Fries Magnet School part of?
J N Fries Magnet School is part of Cabarrus County Schools.
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