Chapel Hill High School is a public high school in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. It is located close to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Serving 1,638 students in grades 9-12, Chapel Hill High 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 85-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,638 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chapel Hill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Chapel Hill High School's student population of 1,638 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,638 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Year Founded
1916
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Rankings
Chapel Hill High 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 Chapel Hill High School is 0.66, 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
#59 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)85-89%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
18%
21%
Black
11%
25%
White
53%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)96%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chapel Hill High School's ranking?
Chapel Hill High School is ranked #59 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Chapel Hill High School often compared to?
Chapel Hill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Chapel Hill High School, Carrboro High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chapel Hill High School?
The graduation rate of Chapel Hill High School is 96%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Chapel Hill High School?
1,638 students attend Chapel Hill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Chapel Hill High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chapel Hill High School?
Chapel Hill High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chapel Hill High School offer ?
Chapel Hill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chapel Hill High School part of?
Chapel Hill High School is part of Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools.
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