Best Schools in Carrboro, North Carolina
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Carrboro by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Carrboro Elementary
Elementary · Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Carrboro High
High · Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$439,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$439,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +0.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Carrboro schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Carrboro
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 2 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carrboro Elementary | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Carrboro High | 6.5 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.3/10
- Median household income
- $62,737
- Median home value
- $439,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 65%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 28%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Carrboro compares
Median household income
$63k
92% of North Carolina median
Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools runs Carrboro's public schools
2 public schools. Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Carrboro is a Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools school (2 of 2).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.5 to 8.2 — the spread is inside Carrboro, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Carrboro, North Carolina
Carrboro, North Carolina is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in Carrboro perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Carrboro is Carrboro Elementary with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Carrboro is served by 1 school district: Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools. These districts collectively serve 11,386 students.
Carrboro's community shows 65% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $62,737. The poverty rate in the area is 13.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 506 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 877 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
Schools in Carrboro
Carrboro, North Carolina · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$62,737
Median Home Value
$439,200
Median Rent
$1,360/mo
Population
13,739
College Educated
65%
Homeownership
28%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Community Profile
Carrboro has a median household income of $62,737. It is a well-educated community where 65% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $439,200, with a median rent of $1,360/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.2%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- North Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Carrboro, North Carolina
How many schools are in Carrboro, North Carolina?
Carrboro has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Carrboro, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Carrboro is 7.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Carrboro, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Carrboro on MySchoolScout is Carrboro Elementary with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Carrboro, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Carrboro on MySchoolScout is Carrboro Elementary with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best high school in Carrboro, North Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Carrboro on MySchoolScout is Carrboro High with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Carrboro, North Carolina?
Carrboro is served by 1 school district: Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools.
What is the education level in Carrboro, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 65% of adults in Carrboro have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Carrboro, North Carolina?
The median household income in Carrboro is approximately $62,737 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Carrboro, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Carrboro is 13.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Carrboro, North Carolina?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, North Carolina Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.