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#315 of 2,648 schools in NC

Top 12% in state

Fpg Elementary

Elementary School · Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools

101 Smith Level Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27516

Enrollment

517

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#315 of 2,648

In Chapel Hill

#11 of 20

public schools

In district

#10 of 18

Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Fpg Elementary

8.2/10

Elementary School in Chapel Hill · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Fpg Elementary

Fpg Elementary is a public elementary school in Chapel Hill, NC, part of Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools. Fpg Elementary serves approximately 517 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Fpg Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #315 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Fpg Elementary show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.0
  • NC avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68.2% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.1% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg+4.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+19.5 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected+2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,963
Chronic Absenteeism23.4%

Fpg Elementary — Students at Fpg Elementary score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 62.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 61.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
85%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
46%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
46%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
59%
ELA
57%
2025
Math
68.2%
ELA
66%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.

How Fpg Elementary Compares

See how Fpg Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
88th percentile in NC
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

101 Smith Level Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27516

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fpg Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Carrboro Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Carrboro), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Estes Hills Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, McDougle Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chapel Hill, see our Chapel Hill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Phoenix Academy High Chapel Hill 0.4 mi
Virtual Academy School Chapel Hill 0.4 mi
Culbreth Middle Chapel Hill 0.7 mi 7.0
Carrboro High Carrboro 0.9 mi 7.7
Carrboro Elementary Carrboro 1.1 mi 8.6
Northside Elementary Chapel Hill 1.3 mi 7.4
Scroggs Elementary Chapel Hill 1.4 mi 7.5
McDougle Middle Chapel Hill 2.5 mi 8.2
McDougle Elementary Chapel Hill 2.5 mi 8.4
Seawell Elementary Chapel Hill 2.8 mi 8.0
ST THOMAS MORE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chapel Hill 2.3 mi 6.8
Smith Middle Chapel Hill 3.0 mi 8.4
Phillips Middle Chapel Hill 2.9 mi 8.0
Estes Hills Elementary Chapel Hill 3.0 mi 8.5
Glenwood Elementary Chapel Hill 2.6 mi 8.4
Chapel Hill High Chapel Hill 3.3 mi 8.2
HOLY YOUTH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chapel Hill 3.5 mi 4.6
MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL Chapel Hill 3.8 mi 4.8
Ephesus Elementary Chapel Hill 3.9 mi 8.3
Rashkis Elementary Chapel Hill 3.7 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27516 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,788

Median Home Value

$508,400

Median Rent

$1,446/mo

Population

46,372

College Educated

72.4%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

15.4%

Median Age

35.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fpg Elementary

What grades does Fpg Elementary serve?

Fpg Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Fpg Elementary?

Fpg Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 517 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fpg Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Fpg Elementary is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fpg Elementary rank in NC?

Fpg Elementary ranks #315 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Fpg Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Fpg Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Fpg Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fpg Elementary has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Fpg Elementary a charter school?

No, Fpg Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fpg Elementary a Title I school?

No, Fpg Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fpg Elementary?

41.4% of students at Fpg Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Orange County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

District

Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools
District Enrollment
11,386
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,963
District Rank
#10 of 18

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