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#177 of 2,648 schools in NC

Top 7% in state

Harrisburg Elementary

Elementary School · Cabarrus County Schools

3900 Stallings Road, Harrisburg, NC 28075

Enrollment

847

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#177 of 2,648

In Harrisburg

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 43

Cabarrus County Schools

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Harrisburg Elementary

8.6/10

Elementary School in Harrisburg · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Hickory Ridge Middle

7.8/10

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7.3/10

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About Harrisburg Elementary

Harrisburg Elementary is a public elementary school in Harrisburg, NC, part of Cabarrus County Schools. Harrisburg Elementary serves approximately 847 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Harrisburg Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #177 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Harrisburg Elementary show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.0
  • NC avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency85.3% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78.1% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg+21.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+31.5 pts
Overall Proficiency82% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)67% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected+14.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,749
Chronic Absenteeism12.6%

Harrisburg Elementary — Students at Harrisburg Elementary score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 77.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 72.1% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
93%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
79%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
76%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
68%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
68%
2022
Math
75.3%
ELA
68.7%
2025
Math
85.3%
ELA
77.9%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Harrisburg Elementary Compares

See how Harrisburg Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
93th percentile in NC
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.6%

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

3900 Stallings Road, Harrisburg, NC 28075

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harrisburg Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hickory Ridge Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Patriots Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Concord), with a comparable rating. Additionally, A.C.E. Academy (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Harrisburg, see our Harrisburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Hickory Ridge Middle Harrisburg 0.7 mi 7.8
Hickory Ridge High Harrisburg 0.8 mi 7.3
Pitts School Road Elementary Concord 1.7 mi 7.1
Roberta Road Middle Concord 2.2 mi 4.6
A.C.E. Academy Harrisburg 2.0 mi 7.8
Hickory Ridge Elementary Harrisburg 2.4 mi 9.1
Rocky River Elementary Concord 2.9 mi 6.6
Jay M Robinson High Concord 3.3 mi 5.6
CORNERSTONE ADVENTIST ACADEMY Charlotte 3.0 mi
C C Griffin Middle Concord 3.1 mi 5.8
Patriots Elementary Concord 3.2 mi 8.0
Wolf Meadow Elementary Concord 4.1 mi 4.4
J N Fries Magnet School Concord 4.2 mi 5.4
Performance Learning Center Concord 4.9 mi 7.7
Central Cabarrus High Concord 4.4 mi 5.5
Reedy Creek Elementary Charlotte 4.7 mi 6.2
Cabarrus County Schools Virtual Academy Concord 5.0 mi 6.6
Harold E. Winkler Middle Concord 5.1 mi 6.5
Carl A Furr Elementary Concord 4.8 mi 5.2
University Meadows Elementary Charlotte 4.2 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$140,739

Median Home Value

$444,000

Median Rent

$2,257/mo

Population

21,562

College Educated

55.3%

Homeownership

93.4%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

4%

Median Age

40.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harrisburg Elementary

What grades does Harrisburg Elementary serve?

Harrisburg Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Harrisburg Elementary?

Harrisburg Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 847 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harrisburg Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Harrisburg Elementary is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harrisburg Elementary rank in NC?

Harrisburg Elementary ranks #177 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Harrisburg Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Harrisburg Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Harrisburg Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harrisburg Elementary has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Harrisburg Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Harrisburg Elementary a Title I school?

No, Harrisburg Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harrisburg Elementary?

31.8% of students at Harrisburg 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
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
847
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cabarrus County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.6%

District

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

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