- Cox Mill Elementary — Grades K–5 · 1,086 students
- W R Odell Elementary — Grades 3–5 · 1,052 students
- Weddington Hills Elementary — Grades K–5 · 1,038 students
- W R Odell Primary — Grades K–2 · 938 students
- Hickory Ridge Elementary — Grades K–5 · 927 students
- Charles E Boger Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 895 students
- Pitts School Road Elementary — Grades K–5 · 885 students
- Harrisburg Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 850 students
- Carl A Furr Elementary — Grades K–5 · 782 students
- W M Irvin Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 760 students
- Winecoff Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 740 students
- R Brown McAllister Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 698 students
- Mount Pleasant Elementary — Grades K–5 · 679 students
- Wolf Meadow Elementary — Grades K–5 · 655 students
- Rocky River Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 652 students
- Patriots Elementary — Grades K–5 · 636 students
- A T Allen Elementary — Grades K–5 · 626 students
- Bethel Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 611 students
- Coltrane-Webb Elementary — Grades K–5 · 386 students
- Harris Road Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,368 students
- Harold E. Winkler Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,094 students
- Hickory Ridge Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,057 students
- Roberta Road Middle — Grades 6–8 · 906 students
- Northwest Cabarrus Middle — Grades 6–8 · 825 students
- C C Griffin Middle — Grades 6–8 · 792 students
- J N Fries Magnet School — Grades 6–8 · 755 students
- Mount Pleasant Middle — Grades 6–8 · 660 students
- Concord Middle — Grades 6–8 · 583 students
- Cox Mill High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,772 students
- Hickory Ridge High — Grades 9–12 · 1,671 students
- West Cabarrus High — Grades 9–12 · 1,627 students
- Central Cabarrus High — Grades 9–12 · 1,369 students
- Jay M Robinson High — Grades 9–12 · 1,210 students
- Northwest Cabarrus High — Grades 9–12 · 1,142 students
- Concord High — Grades 9–12 · 1,128 students
- Mount Pleasant High — Grades 9–12 · 894 students
- Cabarrus Early College of Technology — Grades 9 · 236 students
- Cabarrus-Kannapolis Early Coll — Grades 9 · 234 students
- Cabarrus Health Sciences Institute — Grades 9–11 · 159 students
- Royal Oaks Elementary — Grades K–8 · 661 students
- Cabarrus County Schools Virtual Academy — Grades K–12 · 107 students
- Performance Learning Center — Grades 6–12 · 77 students
- Cabarrus Co Opportunity School — Grades 6–12 · 41 students
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| Metric | Cabarrus County Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 39 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,300/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 9/10 — Excellent | — | Near average |
About Cabarrus County Schools
Cabarrus County Schools serves zip code 28075, covering Cabarrus, North Carolina with grades Pre-K – 13. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Cabarrus County Schools runs approximately $10,300 annually, placing it near the North Carolina state average of approximately $10,500 and below the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Cabarrus County Schools is a small, community-focused district with 1 schools serving students from Pre-K – 13. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Understanding the 9/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Cabarrus County Schools 9 out of 10 — top-tier among North Carolina public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because North Carolina is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Cabarrus County Schools ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in North Carolina on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 28075 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 28075
Children in zip code 28075 are assigned to Cabarrus County Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 13. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 28075, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Cabarrus County Schools at (704)260-5600 or visit www.cabarrus.k12.nc.us/. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — North Carolina districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Cabarrus
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Cabarrus County Schools serves zip code 28075, homes in and around zip code 28075 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In North Carolina, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Cabarrus County Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 28075.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Cabarrus County Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 28075 data.