Serving 412 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower 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 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northside Elementary serves the southern part of Chapel Hill, NC, encompassing an area of approximately 10.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northside Elementary School's student population of 412 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Northside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northside Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1521 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)46%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside Elementary School's ranking?
Northside Elementary School is ranked #1521 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Northside Elementary School often compared to?
Northside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carrboro Elementary School, Fpg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Northside Elementary School?
412 students attend Northside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Northside Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northside Elementary School?
Northside Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northside Elementary School offer ?
Northside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northside Elementary School part of?
Northside Elementary School is part of Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Northside Elementary School located?
Northside Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Chapel Hill, NC.
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