Serving 661 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Royal Oaks Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Royal Oaks Elementary serves the northern part of Kannapolis, NC, covering an area of approximately 10.8 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, reaching up to 5.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Royal Oaks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Royal Oaks Elementary School's student population of 661 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
661 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Royal Oaks Elementary 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 Royal Oaks Elementary 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
#1265 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)56%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-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 Royal Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Royal Oaks Elementary School is ranked #1265 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Royal Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Royal Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wolf Meadow Elementary School, Coltrane-webb Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Royal Oaks Elementary School?
661 students attend Royal Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Royal Oaks Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Royal Oaks Elementary School?
Royal Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Royal Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Royal Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Royal Oaks Elementary School part of?
Royal Oaks Elementary School is part of Cabarrus County Schools.
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