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Phoenix Academy High
High School · Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools
750 S Merritt Mill Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
1.4:1
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
1.4:1
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Phoenix Academy High
High School in Chapel Hill · grades 8th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Phoenix Academy High
Phoenix Academy High is a public high school in Chapel Hill, NC, part of Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools. Phoenix Academy High serves approximately 21 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 1.4:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Phoenix Academy High show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 21 students, Phoenix Academy High is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 1.4:1 students to teachers, Phoenix Academy High sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 21 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.4:1
- Address
- 750 S Merritt Mill Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
- Website
- pahs.chccs.k12.nc.us
- Phone
- (919) 918-2300
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 23 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: N/A.
How Phoenix Academy High Compares
See how Phoenix Academy High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
750 S Merritt Mill Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Phoenix Academy High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Chapel Hill High (rated 8.2/10, 3.1 miles away). Additionally, Carrboro High (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Carrboro). For more schools in Chapel Hill, see our Chapel Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Virtual Academy School Chapel Hill | 0.0 mi | — |
| FPG Elementary Chapel Hill | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Culbreth Middle Chapel Hill | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Northside Elementary Chapel Hill | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Carrboro Elementary Carrboro | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Carrboro High Carrboro | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Scroggs Elementary Chapel Hill | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| ST THOMAS MORE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chapel Hill | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Seawell Elementary Chapel Hill | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Phillips Middle Chapel Hill | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| McDougle Middle Chapel Hill | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Smith Middle Chapel Hill | 2.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Estes Hills Elementary Chapel Hill | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| McDougle Elementary Chapel Hill | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Glenwood Elementary Chapel Hill | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Chapel Hill High Chapel Hill | 3.1 mi | 8.2 |
| HOLY YOUTH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chapel Hill | 3.7 mi | 4.6 |
| MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL Chapel Hill | 3.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Ephesus Elementary Chapel Hill | 3.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Rashkis Elementary Chapel Hill | 3.4 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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| Bridges School Morehead City, NC | — |
| Chatham County Schools Virtual Academy Bear Creek, NC | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Phoenix Academy High
What grades does Phoenix Academy High serve?
Phoenix Academy High serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Phoenix Academy High?
Phoenix Academy High has an enrollment of approximately 21 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Phoenix Academy High?
The student-teacher ratio at Phoenix Academy High is 1.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Phoenix Academy High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Phoenix Academy High has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).
Is Phoenix Academy High a charter school?
No, Phoenix Academy High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Phoenix Academy High a Title I school?
No, Phoenix Academy High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Phoenix Academy High?
85.7% of students at Phoenix Academy High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 21
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (919) 918-2300
- 4-Year Graduation
- 52.0%
Resources & Links
District
Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools- District Enrollment
- 11,386
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,963
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