Serving 1,094 students in grades 6-8, Harold E. Winkler Middle School 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 50% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,094 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harold E. Winkler Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Harold E. Winkler Middle School's student population of 1,094 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,094 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Colors
Maroon and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harold E. Winkler Middle School 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 Harold E. Winkler Middle School is 0.74, which is more 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
#1333 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
32%
22%
Black
27%
24%
White
29%
42%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harold E. Winkler Middle School's ranking?
Harold E. Winkler Middle School is ranked #1333 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Harold E. Winkler Middle School often compared to?
Harold E. Winkler Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Concord Middle School, Harris Road Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Harold E. Winkler Middle School?
1,094 students attend Harold E. Winkler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Harold E. Winkler Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 27% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harold E. Winkler Middle School?
Harold E. Winkler Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Harold E. Winkler Middle School offer ?
Harold E. Winkler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harold E. Winkler Middle School part of?
Harold E. Winkler Middle School is part of Cabarrus County Schools.
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