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W M Irvin Elementary
Elementary School · Cabarrus County Schools
1400 Gold Rush Drive, Concord, NC 28025
Enrollment
620
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
620
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,986 of 2,648
In Concord
#28 of 35
public schools
In district
#37 of 43
Cabarrus County Schools
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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W M Irvin Elementary
Elementary School in Concord · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About W M Irvin Elementary
W M Irvin Elementary is a public elementary school in Concord, NC, part of Cabarrus County Schools. W M Irvin Elementary serves approximately 620 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. W M Irvin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,986 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for W M Irvin Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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W M Irvin Elementary — Students at W M Irvin Elementary score 46% 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: 3.8/10.
How W M Irvin Elementary Compares
See how W M Irvin 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
1400 Gold Rush Drive, Concord, NC 28025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering W M Irvin Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Royal Oaks Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Kannapolis), which scores notably higher. Another option is Coltrane-Webb Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Concord Lake STEAM Academy (rated 7.5/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Kannapolis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Concord, see our Concord schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Concord Middle Concord | 0.3 mi | 2.4 |
| R Brown McAllister Elementary Concord | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Concord High Concord | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Coltrane-Webb Elementary Concord | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Cabarrus Co Opportunity School Concord | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| C3 CONCORD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Concord | 2.6 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 | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
| CONCORD ACADEMY Concord | 3.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Cabarrus Early College of Technology Concord | 3.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Concord Lake STEAM Academy Kannapolis | 3.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Central Cabarrus High Concord | 4.2 mi | 5.5 |
| J N Fries Magnet School Concord | 4.2 mi | 5.4 |
| A T Allen Elementary Concord | 4.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Winecoff Elementary Concord | 4.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Mount Pleasant High Mount Pleasant | 4.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Mount Pleasant Middle Mount Pleasant | 4.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Royal Oaks Elementary Kannapolis | 4.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Forest Park Elementary Kannapolis | 5.2 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
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| Dudley Shoals Elementary Granite Falls, NC | 5.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about W M Irvin Elementary
What grades does W M Irvin Elementary serve?
W M Irvin Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend W M Irvin Elementary?
W M Irvin Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 620 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at W M Irvin Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at W M Irvin Elementary is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does W M Irvin Elementary rank in NC?
W M Irvin Elementary ranks #1,986 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is W M Irvin Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
W M Irvin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 W M Irvin Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, W M Irvin Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is W M Irvin Elementary a charter school?
No, W M Irvin Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is W M Irvin Elementary a Title I school?
No, W M Irvin Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for W M Irvin Elementary?
99.5% of students at W M Irvin 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 620
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Cabarrus County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.7%
- Phone
- (704) 260-6330
Resources & Links
District
Cabarrus County Schools- District Enrollment
- 35,021
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,749
- District Rank
- #37 of 43
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