Serving 455 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rashkis Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 68% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Rashkis Elementary serves the eastern part of Chapel Hill, NC, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge, while the furthest point reaches up to 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rashkis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rashkis Elementary School's student population of 455 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
455 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rashkis Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rashkis Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#734 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
23%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-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 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-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 Rashkis Elementary School's ranking?
Rashkis Elementary School is ranked #734 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Rashkis Elementary School often compared to?
Rashkis 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?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Rashkis Elementary School?
455 students attend Rashkis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Rashkis Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rashkis Elementary School?
Rashkis Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rashkis Elementary School offer ?
Rashkis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rashkis Elementary School part of?
Rashkis Elementary School is part of Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools.
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