Carl A Furr Elementary

www.cabarrus.k12.nc.us/furr

822 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Carl A. Furr Elementary School, located in Concord, North Carolina, is a dedicated member of the Cabarrus County Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and the cultivation of 21st-century skills. By focusing on a student-centered approach, the faculty and staff aim to provide high-quality instruction that meets the diverse needs of their student population, preparing them for future success in their educational journeys.

Beyond the classroom, Carl A. Furr Elementary prioritizes the creation of a strong school community by encouraging collaboration between students, educators, and families. The school promotes a culture of inclusivity and excellence, utilizing a variety of resources and programs to ensure that every student has the opportunity to excel. Through its active communication channels and commitment to the local community, the school remains a vital pillar in the Concord area, dedicated to shaping the next generation of learners and leaders.

822

Total Students

58.5

Full-Time Teachers

14.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

58.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Carl A Furr Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	229
Hispanic	275
Black	221
Asian	50
Two or More	45
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

Hispanic
275 (33.5 %)
White
229 (27.9 %)
Black
221 (26.9 %)
Asian
50 (6.1 %)
Two or More
45 (5.5 %)
American Indian
1 (0.1 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Cabarrus County Schools
Phone:	(704)260-6110
Website:	http://www.cabarrus.k12.nc.us/furr
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	822
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	58.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	445
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	32

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 131

Grade 1 138

Grade 2 142

Grade 3 145

Grade 4 114

Grade 5 152