Pittsboro Elementary

Summary:

Pittsboro Elementary is a public elementary school serving around 510 students in grades PK-4 in Pittsboro, North Carolina, which is part of the Chatham County Schools district. The school consistently outperforms the district and state averages in academic proficiency, with 75% of 3rd graders and 69.6% of 4th graders proficient or better in math, compared to 66.3% and 62.8% for the district, and 62.7% and 56.6% for the state. Pittsboro Elementary also has a more diverse student population than nearby schools, with 53.33% White, 21.18% African American, 17.06% Hispanic, 1.76% Asian, and 6.47% two or more races.

While Pittsboro Elementary's overall academic performance is strong, the school's ranking for African American and economically disadvantaged students is lower, suggesting potential achievement gaps that could be addressed. Additionally, the school's ranking for students with disabilities is particularly low, indicating an area for improvement. Interestingly, the nearby Chatham Grove Elementary and Perry W. Harrison Elementary schools also demonstrate strong academic performance, with Chatham Grove Elementary ranking in the top 10% of North Carolina elementary schools.

Pittsboro Elementary's per-student spending of $11,009 in 2018-2019 is slightly higher than the state average, and its student-teacher ratio of 14:1 in 2022-2023 is relatively favorable compared to the nearby schools. Overall, Pittsboro Elementary is a strong-performing elementary school that consistently outpaces the district and state averages in academic proficiency, but may need to focus on addressing achievement gaps for certain subgroups to ensure equitable outcomes for all students.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-4

 375 Pittsboro School Road
       Pittsboro, NC  27312


(919) 542-3987

District: Chatham County Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
284th of 1,505 North Carolina Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $11,009 Help


Students who attend Pittsboro Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    George M. Horton Middle
High:    Northwood High

Student/teacher ratio:  14.0 Help
Number of students:  510

Racial breakdown:

White:
53.3%
African American:
21.2%
Hispanic:
17.1%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  44.1% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Pittsboro Elementary ranks better than 81.1% of elementary schools in North Carolina. It also ranks 3rd among 10 ranked elementary schools in the Chatham County Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 77.86. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Pittsboro Elementary is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (53.3%), African American (21.2%), Hispanic (17.1%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 44.1% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Pittsboro Elementary is 14. 7 elementary schools in the Chatham County Schools District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Pittsboro Elementary is $11,009. 7 elementary schools in the Chatham County Schools District spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Pittsboro Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Pittsboro Elementary 284th of 1505 North Carolina public elementary schools. (See Pittsboro Elementary in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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White students:


Chatham County Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Chatham County Schools 67th of 242 North Carolina school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Pittsboro Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Pittsboro Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 42.75 827th 1276 35.2%
2007 45.12 818th 1293 36.7%
2008 48.68 742nd 1324 44.0%
2009 45.79 838th 1354 38.1%
2010 48.61 790th 1363 42.0%
2011 48.42 815th 1381 41.0%
2012 52.51 732nd 1388 47.3%
2013 60.03 520th 1403 62.9%
2014 52.78 651st 1390 53.2%
2015 65.26 478th 1440 66.8%
2016 69.26 408th 1425 71.4%
2017 74.86 328th 1429 77.0%
2018 70.51 393rd 1434 72.6%
2019 70.57 393rd 1473 73.3%
2021 67.31 439th 1489 70.5%
2022 64.63 505th 1514 66.6%
2023 67.13 466th 1502 69.0%
2024 77.86 284th 1505 81.1%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Pittsboro Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 45.46 740th 1332 44.4%
2019 53.27 615th 1361 54.8%
2021 40.39 775th 1329 41.7%
2022 44.81 756th 1366 44.7%
2023 56.63 561st 1437 61.0%
2024 69.74 329th 1450 77.3%
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Rank History for Female students at Pittsboro Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 63.33 515th 1405 63.3%
2019 70.02 389th 1424 72.7%
2021 63.46 457th 1440 68.3%
2022 56.05 624th 1458 57.2%
2023 62.12 517th 1459 64.6%
2024 73.50 308th 1455 78.8%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Pittsboro Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 27.15 734th 897 18.2%
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Rank History for Male students at Pittsboro Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 75.35 286th 1413 79.8%
2019 68.42 403rd 1430 71.8%
2021 68.08 413th 1444 71.4%
2022 70.87 368th 1464 74.9%
2023 70.08 371st 1461 74.6%
2024 79.45 241st 1464 83.5%
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Rank History for African American students at Pittsboro Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 41.44 553rd 927 40.3%
2019 43.89 537th 949 43.4%
2021 17.05 855th 896 4.6%
2022 42.15 519th 927 44.0%
2023 51.69 415th 933 55.5%
2024 48.92 440th 924 52.4%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Pittsboro Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 65.95 224th 851 73.7%
2019 72.19 174th 865 79.9%
2021 72.39 150th 843 82.2%
2022 51.64 383rd 893 57.1%
2023 62.75 265th 915 71.0%
2024 82.49 98th 951 89.7%
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Rank History for White students at Pittsboro Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 84.38 125th 1178 89.4%
2019 69.03 332nd 1183 71.9%
2021 74.57 256th 1172 78.2%
2022 68.35 340th 1194 71.5%
2023 65.91 370th 1183 68.7%
2024 76.37 236th 1166 79.8%
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Data source: test scores: North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction

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Enrollment information for Pittsboro Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 496 238 1 10 2 n/a n/a 0 747
1989 521 234 2 4 1 n/a n/a 0 762
1990 566 228 2 5 4 n/a n/a 19 824
1991 602 255 0 8 2 n/a n/a -1 866
1992 510 234 1 7 2 n/a n/a 0 754
1993 480 239 4 11 2 n/a n/a 0 736
1994 478 214 4 11 3 n/a n/a 0 710
1995 380 197 4 13 4 n/a n/a 0 598
1996 380 197 4 13 4 n/a n/a 0 598
1997 387 188 3 15 4 n/a n/a 0 597
1998 331 182 2 8 5 n/a n/a 0 528
1999 329 171 3 15 1 n/a n/a 0 519
2000 324 161 2 17 2 n/a n/a 0 506
2001 349 159 1 17 1 n/a n/a 0 527
2002 278 155 2 22 1 n/a n/a 0 458
2003 278 155 2 22 1 n/a n/a 0 458
2004 300 161 1 27 2 n/a n/a 0 491
2005 291 152 1 38 3 n/a n/a 0 485
2006 313 154 1 51 1 n/a n/a 0 520
2007 312 125 5 52 1 n/a n/a 31 526
2008 313 114 8 55 1 n/a n/a 25 516
2009 317 138 7 53 1 n/a n/a 0 516
2010 302 119 10 57 1 n/a n/a 0 489
2011 297 81 14 75 0 0 21 0 488
2012 291 77 12 78 2 0 18 0 478
2013 313 73 10 67 0 0 28 0 491
2014 299 87 9 63 0 0 34 0 492
2015 299 93 10 78 0 0 33 0 513
2016 292 90 9 71 0 0 40 0 502
2017 283 105 10 85 0 0 45 0 528
2018 302 105 10 80 1 0 44 0 542
2019 305 98 9 89 2 0 34 0 537
2020 307 101 8 90 2 0 38 0 546
2021 247 88 8 93 4 0 34 0 474
2022 275 85 6 90 1 0 29 0 486
2023 272 108 9 87 1 0 33 0 510

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Pittsboro Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 747 30.0 24.9 21.6
1989 762 30.0 25.4 37.3
1990 824 31.0 26.5 25.1
1991 866 30.0 28.8 23.9
1992 754 30.0 25.1 21.9
1993 736 42.0 17.5 24.3
1994 710 40.0 17.8 23.9
1995 598 36.0 16.6 28.3
1996 598 36.0 16.6 28.3
1997 597 35.0 17.1 29.3
1998 528 35.0 15.1 31.4
1999 519 35.0 14.8 33.7
2000 506 35.0 14.5 32.2
2001 527 35.0 15.1 32.8
2002 458 35.0 13.1 0
2003 458 35.0 13.1 0
2004 491 35.0 14.0 39.1
2005 485 35.0 13.9 43.7
2006 520 35.0 14.9 45.2
2007 526 n/a n/a 45.9
2008 516 35.5 14.5 39.9
2009 516 36.5 14.1 38.2
2010 489 34.8 14.0 39.9
2011 488 32.5 15.0 42.8
2012 478 31.2 15.2 42.3
2013 491 34.0 14.4 39.3
2014 492 33.3 14.7 44.1
2015 513 34.0 15.0 41.3
2016 502 32.0 15.6 39.4
2017 528 33.3 15.8 41.7
2018 542 35.7 15.1 36.5
2019 537 36.9 14.5 36.9
2020 546 35.5 15.3 34.4
2021 474 35.2 13.4 30.8
2022 486 32.2 15.0 24.9
2023 510 36.3 14.0 44.1

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Pittsboro Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 747 30.0 24.9 21.6
1989 762 30.0 25.4 37.3
1990 824 31.0 26.5 25.1
1991 866 30.0 28.8 23.9
1992 754 30.0 25.1 21.9
1993 736 42.0 17.5 24.3
1994 710 40.0 17.8 23.9
1995 598 36.0 16.6 28.3
1996 598 36.0 16.6 28.3
1997 597 35.0 17.1 29.3
1998 528 35.0 15.1 31.4
1999 519 35.0 14.8 33.7
2000 506 35.0 14.5 32.2
2001 527 35.0 15.1 32.8
2002 458 35.0 13.1 0
2003 458 35.0 13.1 0
2004 491 35.0 14.0 39.1
2005 485 35.0 13.9 43.7
2006 520 35.0 14.9 45.2
2007 526 n/a n/a 45.9
2008 516 35.5 14.5 39.9
2009 516 36.5 14.1 38.2
2010 489 34.8 14.0 39.9
2011 488 32.5 15.0 42.8
2012 478 31.2 15.2 42.3
2013 491 34.0 14.4 39.3
2014 492 33.3 14.7 44.1
2015 513 34.0 15.0 41.3
2016 502 32.0 15.6 39.4
2017 528 33.3 15.8 41.7
2018 542 35.7 15.1 36.5
2019 537 36.9 14.5 36.9
2020 546 35.5 15.3 34.4
2021 474 35.2 13.4 30.8
2022 486 32.2 15.0 24.9
2023 510 36.3 14.0 44.1

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Pittsboro Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $698 (6.3%) $10,311 (93.7%) $11,009

Data source: North Carolina Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Pittsboro Elementary

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 393rd of 1473 Elementary schoolsRanks 466th of 1502 Elementary schools
 4.3%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Mathematics (Pittsboro Elementary)78.768.5
 10.2%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Chatham County Schools)71.864.6
 7.2%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)64.361.1
 3.2%
3rd Grade Reading (Pittsboro Elementary)62.858.7
 4.1%
   3rd Grade Reading (Chatham County Schools)60.551.6
 8.9%
   3rd Grade Reading (North Carolina)56.848
 8.8%
4th Grade Mathematics (Pittsboro Elementary)67.759.1
 8.6%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Chatham County Schools)64.859.9
 4.9%
   4th Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)57.355.3
 2%
4th Grade Reading (Pittsboro Elementary)60.659.1
 1.5%
   4th Grade Reading (Chatham County Schools)65.260.5
 4.7%
   4th Grade Reading (North Carolina)57.355.3
 2%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students537510
 5%
African American98108
 10.2%
American Indian21
 50%
Asian99
Hispanic8987
 2.2%
Pacific Islander00
White305272
 10.8%
Two or More Races3433
 2.9%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients36.9%44.1%
 7.2%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Pittsboro Elementary

Students at Pittsboro Elementary are 53% White, 21% African American, 17% Hispanic, 6% Two or more races, 2% Asian.

Pittsboro Elementary ranks 284th of 1505 North Carolina elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Pittsboro Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : George M. Horton Middle
High : Northwood High

In the 2022-23 school year, 510 students attended Pittsboro Elementary.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction.

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