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Carl a Furr Elementary

Elementary School · Cabarrus County Schools

2725 Clover Road, Concord, NC 28027

Enrollment

818

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,895 of 2,648

In Concord

#26 of 35

public schools

In district

#36 of 43

Cabarrus County Schools

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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5.2/10

Elementary School in Concord · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Carl a Furr Elementary

Carl a Furr Elementary is a public elementary school in Concord, NC, part of Cabarrus County Schools. Carl a Furr Elementary serves approximately 818 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Carl a Furr Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,895 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Carl a Furr Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • NC avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.7% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-16.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-11.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,749
Chronic Absenteeism23.7%

Carl a Furr Elementary — Students at Carl a Furr Elementary score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 48.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
84%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
49.7%
ELA
47%
2025
Math
47.8%
ELA
44.2%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.

How Carl a Furr Elementary Compares

See how Carl a Furr Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
29th percentile in NC
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2725 Clover Road, Concord, NC 28027

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carl a Furr Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cox Mill Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Weddington Hills Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pitts School Road Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Concord, see our Concord schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
HOPE ACADEMY Concord 1.7 mi 5.5
Jay M Robinson High Concord 1.7 mi 5.6
CANNON SCHOOL Concord 2.1 mi 6.3
Performance Learning Center Concord 2.1 mi 7.7
Valor Preparatory Academy Concord 2.4 mi 4.3
Cabarrus County Schools Virtual Academy Concord 2.2 mi 6.6
Harold E. Winkler Middle Concord 2.3 mi 6.5
Weddington Hills Elementary Concord 2.4 mi 7.8
West Cabarrus High Concord 2.8 mi 5.5
Cox Mill High School Concord 2.7 mi 7.7
Bradford Preparatory School Charlotte 3.0 mi 7.4
Stoney Creek Elementary Charlotte 3.0 mi 3.6
Cox Mill Elementary Concord 2.9 mi 8.8
Pitts School Road Elementary Concord 3.2 mi 7.1
Roberta Road Middle Concord 3.2 mi 4.6
Wolf Meadow Elementary Concord 3.3 mi 4.4
Carolina International School Concord 3.6 mi 5.0
CORNERSTONE ADVENTIST ACADEMY Charlotte 4.3 mi
Cabarrus-Kannapolis Early Coll Concord 4.4 mi 7.7
University Meadows Elementary Charlotte 4.5 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,101

Median Home Value

$341,900

Median Rent

$1,433/mo

Population

79,429

College Educated

42.6%

Homeownership

65.8%

Avg Commute

27.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.1%

Median Age

36.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carl a Furr Elementary

What grades does Carl a Furr Elementary serve?

Carl a Furr Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Carl a Furr Elementary?

Carl a Furr Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 818 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carl a Furr Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Carl a Furr Elementary is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Carl a Furr Elementary rank in NC?

Carl a Furr Elementary ranks #1,895 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Carl a Furr Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Carl a Furr Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Carl a Furr Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Carl a Furr Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Carl a Furr Elementary a charter school?

No, Carl a Furr Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Carl a Furr Elementary a Title I school?

No, Carl a Furr Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carl a Furr Elementary?

64.1% of students at Carl a Furr Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
6 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
818
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Cabarrus County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

District

Cabarrus County Schools
District Enrollment
35,021
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,749
District Rank
#36 of 43

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