Excellent
#235 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 9% in state
Royal Oaks Elementary
Elementary School · Cabarrus County Schools
608 Dakota Street, Kannapolis, NC 28083
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#235 of 2,648
In Kannapolis
#1 of 11
public schools
In district
#5 of 43
Cabarrus County Schools
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Royal Oaks Elementary
Royal Oaks Elementary is a public elementary school in Kannapolis, NC, part of Cabarrus County Schools. Royal Oaks Elementary serves approximately 598 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Royal Oaks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #235 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Royal Oaks Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Royal Oaks Elementary — Students at Royal Oaks Elementary score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 42 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.8/10.
How Royal Oaks Elementary Compares
See how Royal Oaks Elementary 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
608 Dakota Street, Kannapolis, NC 28083
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Royal Oaks Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Concord Lake STEAM Academy (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is GW Carver Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Jackson Park Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Kannapolis, see our Kannapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Concord Lake STEAM Academy Kannapolis | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Forest Park Elementary Kannapolis | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Winecoff Elementary Concord | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Kannapolis Middle Kannapolis | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| GW Carver Elementary Kannapolis | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kannapolis | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Shady Brook Elementary Kannapolis | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| A L Brown High Kannapolis | 2.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Cabarrus Health Sciences Institute Concord | 2.3 mi | — |
| Beverly Hills Elementary Concord | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Jackson Park Elementary Kannapolis | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| North Kannapolis Elementary Kannapolis | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Concord High Concord | 2.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Fred L Wilson Elementary Kannapolis | 2.8 mi | 4.4 |
| NORTH KANNAPOLIS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kannapolis | 3.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Cabarrus Early College of Technology Concord | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Charles E Boger Elementary Kannapolis | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Northwest Cabarrus High Concord | 3.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Northwest Cabarrus Middle Concord | 3.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Cabarrus-Kannapolis Early Coll Concord | 3.3 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28083 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,563
Median Home Value
$194,300
Median Rent
$1,120/mo
Population
28,474
College Educated
18.7%
Homeownership
64.3%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Median Age
38.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ballentine Elementary Fuquay-Varina, NC | 8.4 |
| Beverly Woods Elementary Charlotte, NC | 8.4 |
| Blowing Rock Elementary Blowing Rock, NC | 8.4 |
| Colfax Elementary Colfax, NC | 8.4 |
| Creekside Elementary New Bern, NC | 8.4 |
| Elizabeth Lane Elementary Matthews, NC | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Royal Oaks Elementary
What grades does Royal Oaks Elementary serve?
Royal Oaks Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Royal Oaks Elementary?
Royal Oaks Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 598 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Royal Oaks Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Royal Oaks Elementary is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Royal Oaks Elementary rank in NC?
Royal Oaks Elementary ranks #235 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Royal Oaks Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Royal Oaks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Royal Oaks Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Royal Oaks Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Royal Oaks Elementary a charter school?
No, Royal Oaks Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Royal Oaks Elementary a Title I school?
No, Royal Oaks Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Royal Oaks Elementary?
99.0% of students at Royal Oaks 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 598
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cabarrus County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.4%
- Phone
- (704) 260-6310
Resources & Links
District
Cabarrus County Schools- District Enrollment
- 35,021
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,749
- District Rank
- #5 of 43
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