Serving 1,142 students in grades 9-12, Northwest Cabarrus High School ranks in the top 10% 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 85-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,142 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwest Cabarrus High serves the northwest part of Concord, NC, covering an area of approximately 29.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest Cabarrus High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northwest Cabarrus High School's student population of 1,142 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,142 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwest Cabarrus High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Cabarrus High School is 0.71, 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
#147 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)85-89%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Trojans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Cabarrus High School's ranking?
Northwest Cabarrus High School is ranked #147 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Northwest Cabarrus High School often compared to?
Northwest Cabarrus High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cox Mill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwest Cabarrus High School?
The graduation rate of Northwest Cabarrus High School is 93%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Northwest Cabarrus High School?
1,142 students attend Northwest Cabarrus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Northwest Cabarrus High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest Cabarrus High School?
Northwest Cabarrus High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northwest Cabarrus High School offer ?
Northwest Cabarrus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northwest Cabarrus High School part of?
Northwest Cabarrus High School is part of Cabarrus County Schools.
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