Kannapolis City Schools

The Kannapolis City Schools district in North Carolina consists of 8 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district as a whole is ranked 217 out of 242 school districts in the state and is rated 1 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, indicating significant challenges in academic performance.

Within the district, a few schools stand out. Jackson Park Elementary ranks 336 out of 1,505 elementary schools in North Carolina and is rated 4 out of 5 stars, with significantly higher proficiency rates in math, reading, and science compared to the district and state averages. North Kannapolis Elementary also has higher proficiency rates than the district average, despite being ranked 1,036 out of 1,502 elementary schools and rated 2 out of 5 stars.

The schools in the Kannapolis City Schools district face significant challenges, with most schools performing below state averages in math, reading, and science proficiency. The high rates of free/reduced lunch recipients, ranging from 95.91% to 99.83%, indicate a predominantly economically disadvantaged student population, which likely contributes to the academic performance challenges. However, the data also reveals pockets of relative success, such as Jackson Park Elementary and North Kannapolis Elementary, which may provide insights into effective strategies for improving student outcomes across the district.