Serving 389 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ephesus Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ephesus Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Ephesus Elementary School's student population of 389 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Ephesus Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ephesus Elementary 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
#420 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
16%
25%
White
53%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ephesus Elementary School's ranking?
Ephesus Elementary School is ranked #420 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Ephesus Elementary School often compared to?
Ephesus Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rashkis Elementary School, Glenwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Ephesus Elementary School?
389 students attend Ephesus Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Ephesus Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ephesus Elementary School?
Ephesus Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ephesus Elementary School offer ?
Ephesus Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ephesus Elementary School part of?
Ephesus Elementary School is part of Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools School District.
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