| Metric | Chapel Hill-Carrboro Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 11,561 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 21 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $13,000/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | ≈ Near avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 10/10 — Excellent | — | Top 10% in NC |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapel Hill-Carrboro Schools (this district) | 10/10 | 99th | 11,561 |
| Wake County Public School System | 10/10 | 96th | 159,778 |
| Orange County Schools | 9/10 | 83rd | 7,208 |
| Wake County Schools | 10/10 | 96th | 159,778 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 115 rated districts in NC → 99th percentile → 10/10.
Source: North Carolina Dept. of Public Instruction EOG, grades 3–8 Reading & Math Grade Level Proficient, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
- FPG Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 536 students
- Carrboro Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 515 students
- McDougle Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 497 students
- Rashkis Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 455 students
- Seawell Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 416 students
- Northside Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 412 students
- Ephesus Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 410 students
- Scroggs Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 410 students
- Glenwood Elementary — Grades K–5 · 390 students
- Morris Grove Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 383 students
- Estes Hills Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 336 students
- Smith Middle — Grades 6–8 · 763 students
- McDougle Middle — Grades 6–8 · 659 students
- Culbreth Middle — Grades 6–8 · 632 students
- Phillips Middle — Grades 6–8 · 600 students
- Chapel Hill High — Grades 9–12 · 1,608 students
- East Chapel Hill High — Grades 9–12 · 1,419 students
- Carrboro High — Grades 9–12 · 885 students
- Phoenix Academy High — Grades 8–12 · 27 students
- UNC Hospital School — Grades PK–12
- Virtual Academy School
About Chapel Hill-Carrboro Schools
Families in zip code 27514 (Chapel Hill, North Carolina) are assigned to Chapel Hill-Carrboro Schools for public education through 13. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Understanding the 10/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Chapel Hill-Carrboro Schools 10 out of 10 — top-tier among North Carolina public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in North Carolina’s EOG grades 3–8 Reading & Math assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because North Carolina is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Chapel Hill-Carrboro Schools ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in North Carolina on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 27514 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 27514
Children in zip code 27514 are assigned to Chapel Hill-Carrboro Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 13. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 27514, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Chapel Hill-Carrboro Schools at (919)967-8211 or visit www.chccs.org/. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — North Carolina districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Chapel Hill
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Chapel Hill-Carrboro Schools serves zip code 27514, homes in and around zip code 27514 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In North Carolina, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Chapel Hill-Carrboro Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 27514.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Chapel Hill-Carrboro Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 27514 data.