Serving 336 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Estes Hills 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 70-74% (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 43% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Estes Hills Elementary serves the northeast part of Chapel Hill, NC, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the farthest distance from the school’s edge being about 2.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Estes Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Estes Hills Elementary School's student population of 336 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
336 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Estes Hills 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 Estes Hills Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#289 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)70-74%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
12%
22%
Black
12%
24%
White
57%
42%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Estes Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Estes Hills Elementary School is ranked #289 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Estes Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Estes Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ephesus 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 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Estes Hills Elementary School?
336 students attend Estes Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Estes Hills Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Estes Hills Elementary School?
Estes Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Estes Hills Elementary School offer ?
Estes Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Estes Hills Elementary School part of?
Estes Hills Elementary School is part of Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools.
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