Districts in Orange County2 districts, sorted by rating
| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chapel Hill-Carrboro Schools | Carrboro | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 11,561 | 21 | — | 3 |
| Orange County Schools | Cedar Grove | 9/10 Excellent · 83rd pct | 7,208 | 13 | PK–12 | 4 |
How Orange County compares
Together they enroll 18,769 students across 34 schools. The largest is Chapel Hill-Carrboro Schools with 11,561 students. Districts here average 9.5/10, above the North Carolina average of 5.6/10. Ratings range from 9/10 to 10/10.
School Districts in Orange County, North Carolina
Orange County has 2 public school districts covering 7 zip codes. The top-rated district in Orange County is Chapel Hill-Carrboro Schools (10/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NC EOG 2024–25), ranked against all districts in North Carolina. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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