Hickory Ridge Elementary

Summary:

Hickory Ridge Elementary is a public elementary school in Harrisburg, North Carolina, serving 1,042 students in grades K-5. This high-performing school consistently ranks among the top 10-15% of elementary schools in the state, with impressive academic results that significantly outpace the state and district averages.

Hickory Ridge Elementary's academic excellence is evident across various subjects and grade levels. In the 2023-2024 school year, 78.3% of 3rd graders, 85.2% of 4th graders, and 79.6% of 5th graders were proficient or better in Mathematics, compared to the state averages of 62.7%, 56.6%, and 58.1%, respectively. The school also excels in Reading, with 65% of 3rd graders, 77.8% of 4th graders, and 75.4% of 5th graders scoring proficient or better, surpassing the state averages of 48.7%, 52.8%, and 50.3%. Additionally, 89% of Hickory Ridge Elementary's 5th-grade students scored proficient or better in Science, compared to the state average of 66.2%.

Hickory Ridge Elementary's diverse student population is another notable aspect of the school. In the 2022-2023 school year, the student body was 35.8% White, 18.81% African American, 7.01% Hispanic, 31.86% Asian, and 6.05% two or more races. The school's performance across different racial subgroups is impressive, with Hickory Ridge Elementary ranking among the top 5% of North Carolina elementary schools for African American students and the top 10% for English Language Learners. When compared to nearby schools in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools district, such as Joseph W Grier Academy, J.H. Gunn Elementary, and University Meadows Elementary, Hickory Ridge Elementary significantly outperforms these schools in academic achievement.

Detail:

Public K-5

9464 Hickory Ridge Rd
Harrisburg, NC 28075

(704) 260-5950

District: Cabarrus County Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
110^th of 1,505 North Carolina Elementary Schools

Students who attend Hickory Ridge Elementary usually attend:

Middle:	Hickory Ridge Middle
High:	Hickory Ridge High

Student/teacher ratio: 15.2

Number of students: 1,073

Racial breakdown:

White:

34.8%

Asian:

34.5%

African American:

18.5%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 17.7%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Hickory Ridge Elementary ranks better than 92.7% of elementary schools in North Carolina. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 90.3. (See more...)

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Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Hickory Ridge Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Hickory Ridge Elementary 110^th of 1505 North Carolina public elementary schools. (See Hickory Ridge Elementary in the ranking list.)

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Cabarrus County Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Cabarrus County Schools 75^th of 242 North Carolina school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Hickory Ridge Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Hickory Ridge Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NC State Percentile
2021	84.67	186^th	1489	87.5%
2022	87.57	138^th	1514	90.9%
2023	89.07	119^th	1502	92.1%
2024	90.30	110^th	1505	92.7%

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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Hickory Ridge Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NC State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2021	89.85	7^th	97	92.8%

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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Hickory Ridge Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NC State Percentile
2021	83.15	25^th	385	93.5%
2022	79.56	41^st	485	91.5%
2023	92.77	21^st	514	95.9%
2024	90.88	29^th	533	94.6%

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Rank History for Special Education students at Hickory Ridge Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NC State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2024	59.77	219^th	801	72.7%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Hickory Ridge Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NC State Percentile
2021	65.46	329^th	1329	75.2%
2022	51.43	624^th	1366	54.3%
2023	61.18	474^th	1437	67.0%
2024	80.82	147^th	1450	89.9%

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Rank History for Female students at Hickory Ridge Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NC State Percentile
2021	81.43	200^th	1440	86.1%
2022	84.60	158^th	1458	89.2%
2023	87.65	116^th	1459	92.0%
2024	90.73	86^th	1455	94.1%

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Rank History for Disabled students at Hickory Ridge Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NC State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2021	53.99	217^th	646	66.4%

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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Hickory Ridge Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NC State Percentile
2021	71.36	94^th	494	81.0%
2022	66.05	146^th	500	70.8%
2023	64.30	197^th	582	66.2%
2024	66.73	172^nd	669	74.3%

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Rank History for Male students at Hickory Ridge Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NC State Percentile
2021	85.12	168^th	1444	88.4%
2022	88.20	122^nd	1464	91.7%
2023	87.80	122^nd	1461	91.6%
2024	87.27	136^th	1464	90.7%

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Rank History for Asian students at Hickory Ridge Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NC State Percentile
2021	56.56	56^th	95	41.1%
2022	64.74	50^th	107	53.3%
2023	71.73	34^th	114	70.2%
2024	67.73	49^th	130	62.3%

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Rank History for African American students at Hickory Ridge Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NC State Percentile
2021	94.04	28^th	896	96.9%
2022	88.63	51^st	927	94.5%
2023	90.69	41^st	933	95.6%
2024	93.76	23^rd	924	97.5%

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Rank History for Hispanic students at Hickory Ridge Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NC State Percentile
2021	77.28	115^th	843	86.4%
2022	74.79	153^rd	893	82.9%
2023	74.54	150^th	915	83.6%
2024	53.11	415^th	951	56.4%

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Rank History for White students at Hickory Ridge Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NC State Percentile
2021	67.90	341^st	1172	70.9%
2022	74.27	268^th	1194	77.6%
2023	72.60	291^st	1183	75.4%
2024	74.00	270^th	1166	76.8%

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Data source: test scores: North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction

Review counts

All ratings (Avg rating: 2.3)

33%

67%

Reviews:

by a teacher
Sunday, March 5, 2023

Lots of teacher turn over. Same turn over problem at the principals previous school. Teachers are great. Close Quote

by a teacher
Saturday, February 11, 2023

Lots of turn over. Close Quote

by a parent
Wednesday, April 27, 2022

Great School. Excellent Learning environment. The school has a bright future with lots of potential for success. Close Quote

Enrollment information for Hickory Ridge Elementary

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
2021	366	181	168	51	4	1	48	819
2022	393	199	232	68	5	1	58	956
2023	373	196	332	73	5	0	63	1042
2024	373	198	370	63	6	0	63	1073

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

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For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Hickory Ridge Elementary

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2021	819	51.4	15.9	16.6
2022	956	60.0	15.9	9.4
2023	1042	64.8	16.0	14.9
2024	1073	70.3	15.2	17.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Hickory Ridge Elementary

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2021	819	51.4	15.9	16.6
2022	956	60.0	15.9	9.4
2023	1042	64.8	16.0	14.9
2024	1073	70.3	15.2	17.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Schools Near Hickory Ridge Elementary

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				EOG Mathematics (2024)						EOG Reading (2024)						EOG Science (2024)		Per Pupil Expenditures (2019)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	EOG Mathematics 3rd Grade	EOG Mathematics 4th Grade	EOG Mathematics 5th Grade	EOG Mathematics 6th Grade	EOG Mathematics 7th Grade	EOG Mathematics 8th Grade	EOG Reading 3rd Grade	EOG Reading 4th Grade	EOG Reading 5th Grade	EOG Reading 6th Grade	EOG Reading 7th Grade	EOG Reading 8th Grade	EOG Science 5th Grade	EOG Science 8th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Hickory Ridge Elementary	Public	K-5	9464 Hickory Ridge Rd	Harrisburg	28075	Cabarrus County	Cabarrus County Schools	No	No	No	No	(704) 260-5950	1,073	70	15.2	17.7%	373 (34.8%)	198 (18.5%)	63 (5.9%)	370 (34.5%)	6 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	63 (5.9%)	90.3	110^th of 1505 public elementary schools	92.7%		89.1	119^th of 1502 public elementary schools	92.1%	9	78.3	85.2	79.6				65.0	77.8	75.4				89.0
Harrisburg Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	3900 Stallings Road	Harrisburg	28075	Cabarrus County	Cabarrus County Schools	No	No	No	No	(704) 260-6190	847	57	14.9	31.8%	383 (45.2%)	171 (20.2%)	79 (9.3%)	174 (20.5%)	2 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	38 (4.5%)	86.7	156^th of 1505 public elementary schools	89.6%		78.3	267^th of 1502 public elementary schools	82.2%	111	75.6	78.5	80.8				55.7	74.5	72.8				88.1		$8,156	$486	$7,670
Patriots Elementary	Public, Magnet	K-5	1510 Holden Rd SW	Concord	28025	Cabarrus County	Cabarrus County Schools	No	Yes	No	No	(704) 260-6230	790	53	14.8	40.0%	279 (35.3%)	216 (27.3%)	138 (17.5%)	96 (12.2%)	6 (0.8%)	2 (0.3%)	53 (6.7%)	66.3	467^th of 1505 public elementary schools	69.0%		72	376^th of 1502 public elementary schools	75.0%	91	73.8	62.1	58.1				56.0	62.9	55.9				66.9		$8,181	$456	$7,725
A.C.E. Academy	Public, Charter	K-8	7807 Caldwell Road	Harrisburg	28075	Cabarrus County	A.C.E. Academy	Yes	No	No	Yes	(704) 456-7153	438	29	14.9	98.4%	4 (0.9%)	325 (74.2%)	66 (15.1%)	6 (1.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	37 (8.4%)	27.1	1156^th of 1505 public elementary schools	23.2%		31.7	1060^th of 1502 public elementary schools	29.4%	96	57.1	28.6	41.3	51.0	55.3	22.9	33.3	32.6	39.1	49.0	42.1	50.0	30.4	41.7
Reedy Creek Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	10801 Plaza Rd Ext	Charlotte	28215	Mecklenburg County	Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(980) 343-6480	881	53	16.5	99.7%	49 (5.6%)	480 (54.5%)	254 (28.8%)	50 (5.7%)	1 (0.1%)	3 (0.3%)	44 (5.0%)	37.6	976^th of 1505 public elementary schools	35.1%		52.9	719^th of 1502 public elementary schools	52.1%	257	47.5	58.3	53.2				33.1	46.8	42.7				59.6		$9,604	$751	$8,853
Pitts School Road Elementary	Public	K-5	720 Pitts School Road SW	Concord	28027	Cabarrus County	Cabarrus County Schools	No	No	No	No	(704) 260-6250	870	57	15.3	53.1%	345 (39.7%)	267 (30.7%)	142 (16.3%)	64 (7.4%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.1%)	51 (5.9%)	70.9	386^th of 1505 public elementary schools	74.4%		67.7	450^th of 1502 public elementary schools	70.0%	64	73.8	64.2	75.8				59.5	50.9	59.4				73.3		$8,735	$586	$8,149
Rocky River Elementary	Public, Magnet	PK, KG-5	5454 Rocky River Road	Concord	28025	Cabarrus County	Cabarrus County Schools	No	Yes	No	Yes	(704) 260-6290	730	56	13.0	99.6%	189 (25.9%)	256 (35.1%)	211 (28.9%)	13 (1.8%)	2 (0.3%)	2 (0.3%)	57 (7.8%)	39.4	943^rd of 1505 public elementary schools	37.3%		26.7	1144^th of 1502 public elementary schools	23.8%	201	56.5	62.3	39.2				33.6	55.3	40.3				60.0		$9,867	$992	$8,875
Clear Creek Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	13501 Albemarle Rd	Charlotte	28227	Mecklenburg County	Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools	No	No	No	No	(980) 343-6922	443	32	14.0	99.3%	92 (20.8%)	153 (34.5%)	155 (35.0%)	11 (2.5%)	4 (0.9%)	0 (0.0%)	28 (6.3%)	62.4	535^th of 1505 public elementary schools	64.5%		57.5	631^st of 1502 public elementary schools	58.0%	96	60.8	54.3	72.8				50.6	45.7	58.0				82.7		$10,367	$653	$9,714
University Meadows Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	1600 Pavilion Blvd	Charlotte	28262	Mecklenburg County	Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(980) 343-3685	750	39	19.0	98.9%	31 (4.1%)	467 (62.3%)	182 (24.3%)	32 (4.3%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	37 (4.9%)	15.6	1353^rd of 1505 public elementary schools	10.1%		11.6	1394^th of 1502 public elementary schools	7.2%	41	43.8	32.3	37.8				32.6	33.9	30.6				46.9		$10,305	$1,460	$8,845
American Leadership Academy Charlotte	Public, Charter	K-6	8000 Robinson Church Road	Charlotte	28215	Mecklenburg County	ALA Charlotte	Yes	No	No	Yes	(980) 237-0371	132	9	15.0	89.4%	0 (0.0%)	112 (84.8%)	17 (12.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (2.3%)	11	1413^th of 1505 public elementary schools	6.1%		10.9	1406^th of 1502 public elementary schools	6.4%	7	36.8	20.0	20.0	42.9			31.6	10.0	5.0	42.9			5.0

Frequently Asked Questions about Hickory Ridge Elementary

What is the racial makeup of Hickory Ridge Elementary?

Students at Hickory Ridge Elementary are 35% White, 34% Asian, 18% African American, 6% Hispanic, 6% Two or more races.

What schools do graduates of Hickory Ridge Elementary attend?

Students who attend Hickory Ridge Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Hickory Ridge Middle
High : Hickory Ridge High

How many students attend Hickory Ridge Elementary?

In the 2023-24 school year, 1,073 students attended Hickory Ridge Elementary.

Is Hickory Ridge Elementary a good school?

Yes. Hickory Ridge Elementary ranks in the top 7.3% of North Carolina elementary schools.

What district is Hickory Ridge Elementary in?

Cabarrus County Schools

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