Serving 588 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Chatham Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: North Chatham Elementary serves the northeastern part of Chapel Hill, NC, covering an area of approximately 74.7 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Chatham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Chatham Elementary School's student population of 588 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
588 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Chatham 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 North Chatham 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
#500 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)68%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Chatham Elementary School's ranking?
North Chatham Elementary School is ranked #500 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are North Chatham Elementary School often compared to?
North Chatham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woods Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend North Chatham Elementary School?
588 students attend North Chatham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of North Chatham Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Chatham Elementary School?
North Chatham Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Chatham Elementary School offer ?
North Chatham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Chatham Elementary School part of?
North Chatham Elementary School is part of Chatham County Schools.
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