Cumberland County Schools (CCS) Guide

Cumberland County Schools (CCS) is the 5th largest school district in North Carolina, serving a diverse student body of approximately published totals students across current reported scale.

District Overview

• Schools: 50 Elementary, 17 Middle, 17 High, 2 Virtual
• Student Diversity: 46% Black, 24% White, 16% Hispanic, 10% Two or more races.
• Military Connection: Nearly 28% of students are military-connected.

Academic Performance (current cycle)

• Graduation Rate: 83%
• Science Proficiency: 62%
• Reading Proficiency: 48%
• Math Proficiency: 41%

Specialized Programs (Choice Schools)

CCS offers robust "Choice Programs" that allow students to pursue specific interests:

1. Early Colleges: Cumberland International Early College and Cross Creek Early College consistently rank among the top in the state.
2. Language Immersion: Spanish and Mandarin immersion programs available at select elementary schools.
3. Arts & Science: Integrated arts academies and STEM-focused middle/high schools.

Teacher & Staffing

The district employs over published totals people. Despite statewide challenges in teacher retention, CCS aggressively recruits with local supplements and support for military spouses seeking teaching careers.

Resources for Parents

• Enrollment: Assignment is based on residential address, but Choice applications open annually.
• Military Families: Dedicated Military Family Life Counselors (MFLC) are available at most schools to assist with transitions and deployments.

Sources

• DoD redesignation memo
• U.S. Army redesignation coverage
• Fort Bragg visitor information
• Fort Bragg Visitor Access Center
• U.S. Census QuickFacts: Fayetteville
• U.S. Census QuickFacts: Cumberland County
• Cumberland County Schools district profile