Serving 665 students in grades 6-8, Phillips Middle 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 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 665 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phillips Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Phillips Middle School's student population of 665 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
665 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Phillips Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phillips Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#356 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
4%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
15%
25%
White
47%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phillips Middle School's ranking?
Phillips Middle School is ranked #356 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Phillips Middle School often compared to?
Phillips Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith Middle School, Mcdougle Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Phillips Middle School?
665 students attend Phillips Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Phillips Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phillips Middle School?
Phillips Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Phillips Middle School offer ?
Phillips Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Phillips Middle School part of?
Phillips Middle School is part of Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools School District.
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