Serving 825 students in grades 6-8, Northwest Cabarrus Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 825 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwest Cabarrus Middle serves the northwest part of Concord, NC, covering an area of approximately 29.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the school's borders, reaching up to 5 miles at its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwest Cabarrus Middle School's student population of 825 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
825 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are the Titans!
School Rankings
Northwest Cabarrus Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Cabarrus Middle School is 0.75, 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
#1263 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
19%
5%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
21%
24%
White
39%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Cabarrus Middle School's ranking?
Northwest Cabarrus Middle School is ranked #1263 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Northwest Cabarrus Middle School often compared to?
Northwest Cabarrus Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J N Fries Magnet School, Kannapolis Middle School 7/8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Northwest Cabarrus Middle School?
825 students attend Northwest Cabarrus Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Northwest Cabarrus Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 19% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest Cabarrus Middle School?
Northwest Cabarrus Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northwest Cabarrus Middle School offer ?
Northwest Cabarrus Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northwest Cabarrus Middle School part of?
Northwest Cabarrus Middle School is part of Cabarrus County Schools.
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