Serving 600 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 66% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Phillips Middle serves the northeast part of Chapel Hill, NC, covering an area of approximately 10.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 4.4 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Phillips Middle School's student population of 600 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
600 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering every student to excel
School Rankings
Phillips Middle 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 Phillips Middle School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#462 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)66%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
22%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Phillips Middle School's ranking?
Phillips Middle School is ranked #462 out of 2,617 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?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Phillips Middle School?
600 students attend Phillips Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Phillips Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 10% 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 15:1.
What grades does Phillips Middle School offer ?
Phillips Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Phillips Middle School part of?
Phillips Middle School is part of Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools.
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