Serving 390 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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Northside Elementary School's student population of 390 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Average Class Size
15 students
Northside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northside Elementary School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1521 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)46%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
26%
25%
White
45%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Northside Elementary School's ranking?
Northside Elementary School is ranked #1521 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Northside Elementary School often compared to?
Northside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carrboro Elementary School, Fpg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Northside Elementary School?
390 students attend Northside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Northside Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northside Elementary School?
Northside Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northside Elementary School offer ?
Northside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northside Elementary School part of?
Northside Elementary School is part of Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Northside Elementary School located?
Northside Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Chapel Hill, NC.
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