Needs Improvement
#2628 of 2,648 schools in NC
Concord Middle
Middle School · Cabarrus County Schools
1500 Gold Rush Drive, Concord, NC 28025
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
2.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
2.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,628 of 2,648
In Concord
#35 of 35
public schools
In district
#43 of 43
Cabarrus County Schools
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Concord Middle
Middle School in Concord · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Concord Middle
Concord Middle is a public middle school in Concord, NC, part of Cabarrus County Schools. Concord Middle serves approximately 592 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Concord Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,628 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Concord Middle show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 2.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.0
- NC avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at Concord Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Concord Middle — Students at Concord Middle score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.0/10.
How Concord Middle Compares
See how Concord Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1500 Gold Rush Drive, Concord, NC 28025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Concord Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mount Pleasant Middle (rated 6.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Mount Pleasant), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J N Fries Magnet School (rated 5.4/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Concord, see our Concord schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| W M Irvin Elementary Concord | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| R Brown McAllister Elementary Concord | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Concord High Concord | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Coltrane-Webb Elementary Concord | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Cabarrus Co Opportunity School Concord | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| C3 CONCORD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Concord | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Beverly Hills Elementary Concord | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Cabarrus Health Sciences Institute Concord | 2.9 mi | — |
| THE DANIEL ACADEMY OF CONCORD Concord | 3.4 mi | 7.5 |
| CONCORD ACADEMY Concord | 3.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Concord Lake STEAM Academy Kannapolis | 3.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Cabarrus Early College of Technology Concord | 3.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Central Cabarrus High Concord | 4.5 mi | 5.5 |
| J N Fries Magnet School Concord | 4.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Winecoff Elementary Concord | 4.1 mi | 4.7 |
| A T Allen Elementary Concord | 4.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Mount Pleasant High Mount Pleasant | 4.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Mount Pleasant Middle Mount Pleasant | 4.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Royal Oaks Elementary Kannapolis | 4.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Forest Park Elementary Kannapolis | 5.0 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,271
Median Home Value
$264,100
Median Rent
$1,223/mo
Population
57,510
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
70.8%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
38
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Albemarle Middle Albemarle, NC | 2.4 |
| Mineral Springs Middle Winston-Salem, NC | 2.4 |
| Ranson Middle Charlotte, NC | 2.3 |
| Southeast Middle Salisbury, NC | 2.5 |
| Third Creek Middle Statesville, NC | 2.5 |
| Turrentine Middle Burlington, NC | 2.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Concord Middle
What grades does Concord Middle serve?
Concord Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Concord Middle?
Concord Middle has an enrollment of approximately 592 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Concord Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Concord Middle is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Concord Middle rank in NC?
Concord Middle ranks #2,628 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Concord Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Concord Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 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 Concord Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Concord Middle has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Concord Middle a charter school?
No, Concord Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Concord Middle a Title I school?
No, Concord Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Concord Middle?
99.5% of students at Concord Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 592
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Cabarrus County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.1%
- Phone
- (704) 260-6430
Resources & Links
District
Cabarrus County Schools- District Enrollment
- 35,021
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,749
- District Rank
- #43 of 43
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