Serving 698 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 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Math Proficiency: 67%
- Reading Proficiency: 59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
W R Odell Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
W R Odell Primary's student population of 698 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
698 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of W R Odell Primary is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. 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
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
30%
4%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
13%
25%
White
44%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
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?
698 students attend W R Odell Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of W R Odell Primary students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of W R Odell Primary?
W R Odell Primary has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does W R Odell Primary offer ?
W R Odell Primary offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is W R Odell Primary part of?
W R Odell Primary is part of Cabarrus County Schools School District.
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