Serving 95 students in grades 9-13, Chatham School Of Science & Engineering ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chatham School Of Science & Engineering ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Chatham School Of Science & Engineering's student population of 95 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
Total Students
95 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chatham School Of Science & Engineering 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 Chatham School Of Science & Engineering is 0.60, 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
#702 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
9%
25%
White
60%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chatham School Of Science & Engineering's ranking?
Chatham School Of Science & Engineering is ranked #702 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chatham School Of Science & Engineering?
The graduation rate of Chatham School Of Science & Engineering is 80%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Chatham School Of Science & Engineering?
95 students attend Chatham School Of Science & Engineering.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Chatham School Of Science & Engineering students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What grades does Chatham School Of Science & Engineering offer ?
Chatham School Of Science & Engineering offers enrollment in grades 9-13
What school district is Chatham School Of Science & Engineering part of?
Chatham School Of Science & Engineering is part of Chatham County Schools School District.
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