Serving 938 students in grades Kindergarten-2, W R Odell Primary ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 938 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Math Proficiency: 67%
- Reading Proficiency: 59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
W R Odell Primary's student population of 938 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
938 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of W R Odell Primary is 0.67, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)67%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
49%
5%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
10%
24%
White
29%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are W R Odell Primary often compared to?
W R Odell Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Cox Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend W R Odell Primary?
938 students attend W R Odell Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of W R Odell Primary students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W R Odell Primary?
W R Odell Primary has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does W R Odell Primary offer ?
W R Odell Primary offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is W R Odell Primary part of?
W R Odell Primary is part of Cabarrus County Schools.
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