Serving 506 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carrboro Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carrboro Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Carrboro Elementary School's student population of 506 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
506 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Carrboro 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 Carrboro Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#473 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
3%
4%

Hispanic
32%
21%

Black
4%
25%

White
56%
43%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
68%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carrboro Elementary School's ranking?
Carrboro Elementary School is ranked #473 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Carrboro Elementary School?
506 students attend Carrboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Carrboro Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carrboro Elementary School?
Carrboro Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carrboro Elementary School offer ?
Carrboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Carrboro Elementary School part of?
Carrboro Elementary School is part of Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools School District.
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