FPG Elementary

101 Smith Level Rd
Chapel Hill, NC 27516

fpg.chccs.k12.nc.us

528 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Frank Porter Graham (FPG) Elementary School, located at 101 Smith Level Road in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is a prominent public school within the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools (CHCCS) district. Known for its commitment to inclusive education and community-oriented learning, the school serves a diverse student population, fostering an environment that emphasizes both academic rigor and social-emotional growth. FPG is recognized for its dedicated faculty and staff who prioritize creating a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to think critically, collaborate, and develop a lifelong love for learning.

The school is particularly well-regarded for its integration of progressive teaching practices and its focus on equity, ensuring that all students—regardless of background—have access to high-quality resources and opportunities. Beyond the classroom, FPG maintains strong partnerships with families and the surrounding Chapel Hill community, frequently hosting events that enrich the educational experience. As an integral part of the CHCCS system, FPG Elementary continues to be a focal point for families seeking a balanced, child-centered approach to elementary education in the region.

528

Total Students

39.1

Full-Time Teachers

13.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

36.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for FPG Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	193
Hispanic	277
Black	25
Asian	4
Two or More	27
American Indian	2

Hispanic
277 (52.5 %)
White
193 (36.6 %)
Two or More
27 (5.1 %)
Black
25 (4.7 %)
Asian
4 (0.8 %)
American Indian
2 (0.4 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools
Phone:	(919)942-6491
Website:	http://fpg.chccs.k12.nc.us
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	528
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	39.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	176
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	19

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 19

Kindergarten 79

Grade 1 88

Grade 2 93

Grade 3 77

Grade 4 83

Grade 5 89