Serving 1,073 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hickory Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,073 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hickory Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hickory Ridge Elementary School's student population of 1,073 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,073 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
School Rankings
Hickory Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hickory Ridge Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#315 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)73%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
34%
4%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
18%
25%
White
35%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hickory Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Hickory Ridge Elementary School is ranked #315 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Hickory Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Hickory Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harrisburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Hickory Ridge Elementary School?
1,073 students attend Hickory Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Hickory Ridge Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hickory Ridge Elementary School?
Hickory Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hickory Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Hickory Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hickory Ridge Elementary School part of?
Hickory Ridge Elementary School is part of Cabarrus County Schools School District.
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