Serving 782 students in grades 7-8, Kannapolis Middle School 7/8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 782 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kannapolis Middle School 7/8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kannapolis Middle School 7/8's student population of 782 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
782 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Colors
Green, Blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Eagles
School Rankings
Kannapolis Middle School 7/8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kannapolis Middle School 7/8 is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2160 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)28%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
41%
22%
Black
24%
24%
White
27%
42%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kannapolis Middle School 7/8's ranking?
Kannapolis Middle School 7/8 is ranked #2160 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Kannapolis Middle School 7/8 often compared to?
Kannapolis Middle School 7/8is often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Cabarrus Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Kannapolis Middle School 7/8?
782 students attend Kannapolis Middle School 7/8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Kannapolis Middle School 7/8 students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kannapolis Middle School 7/8?
Kannapolis Middle School 7/8 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kannapolis Middle School 7/8 offer ?
Kannapolis Middle School 7/8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kannapolis Middle School 7/8 part of?
Kannapolis Middle School 7/8 is part of Kannapolis City Schools.
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