Serving 927 students in grades 3-5, W R Odell Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher 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 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 927 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
W R Odell 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
W R Odell Elementary School's student population of 927 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
927 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
W R Odell Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of W R Odell Elementary School is 0.70, which is less 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
#102 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)87%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
41%
4%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
14%
25%
White
33%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
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 W R Odell Elementary School's ranking?
W R Odell Elementary School is ranked #102 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are W R Odell Elementary School often compared to?
W R Odell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cox Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend W R Odell Elementary School?
927 students attend W R Odell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of W R Odell Elementary School students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W R Odell Elementary School?
W R Odell Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does W R Odell Elementary School offer ?
W R Odell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is W R Odell Elementary School part of?
W R Odell Elementary School is part of Cabarrus County Schools.
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