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#524 of 2,648 schools in NC

Top 20% in state

Weddington Hills Elementary

Elementary School · Cabarrus County Schools

4401 Weddington Road, Concord, NC 28025

Enrollment

971

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#524 of 2,648

In Concord

#7 of 35

public schools

In district

#11 of 43

Cabarrus County Schools

Academic growth

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Weddington Hills Elementary

7.8/10

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

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6.5/10

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6.6/10

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About Weddington Hills Elementary

Weddington Hills Elementary is a public elementary school in Concord, NC, part of Cabarrus County Schools. Weddington Hills Elementary serves approximately 971 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Weddington Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #524 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Weddington Hills Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • NC avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67.5% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.8% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg+3.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.2 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected+3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,749
Chronic Absenteeism17.3%

Weddington Hills Elementary — Students at Weddington Hills Elementary score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 51.0% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
82%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
41%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
43%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
55.3%
2025
Math
67.6%
ELA
56%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Weddington Hills Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.8/10
80th percentile in NC
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
67 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.3%

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

4401 Weddington Road, Concord, NC 28025

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Weddington Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pitts School Road Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 3.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Charles E Boger Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Kannapolis), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Carl A Furr Elementary (rated 5.2/10, 2.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Concord, see our Concord schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Harold E. Winkler Middle Concord 0.3 mi 6.5
Cabarrus County Schools Virtual Academy Concord 0.3 mi 6.6
Performance Learning Center Concord 0.4 mi 7.7
West Cabarrus High Concord 0.5 mi 5.5
Valor Preparatory Academy Concord 1.5 mi 4.3
CANNON SCHOOL Concord 1.5 mi 6.3
Wolf Meadow Elementary Concord 1.8 mi 4.4
Jay M Robinson High Concord 2.3 mi 5.6
Carl A Furr Elementary Concord 2.4 mi 5.2
CONCORD ACADEMY Concord 2.4 mi 5.6
Cabarrus Early College of Technology Concord 2.5 mi 8.0
Cabarrus-Kannapolis Early Coll Concord 3.0 mi 7.7
Roberta Road Middle Concord 3.1 mi 4.6
THE DANIEL ACADEMY OF CONCORD Concord 2.8 mi 7.5
Pitts School Road Elementary Concord 3.6 mi 7.1
Northwest Cabarrus High Concord 3.9 mi 7.3
Winecoff Elementary Concord 4.0 mi 4.7
Northwest Cabarrus Middle Concord 4.1 mi 6.9
Cabarrus Health Sciences Institute Concord 3.8 mi
Charles E Boger Elementary Kannapolis 4.2 mi 6.8

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Weddington Hills Elementary

What grades does Weddington Hills Elementary serve?

Weddington Hills Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Weddington Hills Elementary?

Weddington Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 971 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Weddington Hills Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Weddington Hills Elementary is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Weddington Hills Elementary rank in NC?

Weddington Hills Elementary ranks #524 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Weddington Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Weddington Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Weddington Hills Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Weddington Hills Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Weddington Hills Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Weddington Hills Elementary a Title I school?

No, Weddington Hills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

61.2% of students at Weddington Hills 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
16 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
971
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
67
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Cabarrus County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.3%

District

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

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