Hickory Ridge Middle

7336 Raging Ridge Rd
Harrisburg, NC 28075

www.cabarrus.k12.nc.us/hickoryridge

935 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Hickory Ridge Middle School, located in Harrisburg, North Carolina, is a key academic institution within the Cabarrus County Schools district. Serving students in the suburban community of Harrisburg, the school is known for its focus on providing a comprehensive middle school experience that bridges the transition between elementary and high school. The campus emphasizes both academic rigor and student involvement, utilizing the district’s standard curriculum while fostering an environment that encourages personal growth and community engagement.

As part of a rapidly growing area, Hickory Ridge Middle School benefits from modern facilities and a dedicated staff focused on preparing students for success in high school and beyond. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and academic clubs, which allow students to explore their interests outside the classroom. Parents and community members can find detailed information regarding school policies, academic calendars, and administrative contact details on their official district website, which serves as a central hub for school-home communication.

935

Total Students

53.5

Full-Time Teachers

17.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

19.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Hickory Ridge Middle
Demographic	Student Count
White	453
Hispanic	86
Black	200
Asian	148
Two or More	43
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	1

White
453 (48.4 %)
Black
200 (21.4 %)
Asian
148 (15.8 %)
Hispanic
86 (9.2 %)
Two or More
43 (4.6 %)
American Indian
4 (0.4 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Cabarrus County Schools
Phone:	(704)260-6490
Website:	http://www.cabarrus.k12.nc.us/hickoryridge
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	935
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	53.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	162
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	19

* 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

Grade 6 297

Grade 7 323

Grade 8 315

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Hickory Ridge Middle
Grade	Student Count
Grade 6	297
Grade 7	323
Grade 8	315

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Hickory Ridge Middle
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	493	52.7%
Male	442	47.3%

Middle School 6th - 8th