Margaret B. Pollard Middle
768 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Margaret B. Pollard Middle School is a public middle school located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, serving students within the Chatham County Schools district. Situated in a suburban setting, the school emphasizes a comprehensive academic program designed to foster intellectual growth, critical thinking, and social development for students in grades 6 through 8. The school is known for creating a supportive learning environment that encourages student involvement in a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and academic clubs, aimed at preparing students for the transition to high school.
The school community places a high value on collaboration between educators, parents, and students to maintain a culture of excellence and inclusivity. By leveraging its proximity to the Chapel Hill area, Pollard Middle often benefits from a focus on high academic standards and community engagement. The school’s administration and faculty focus on delivering a balanced curriculum that meets state requirements while addressing the diverse social and emotional needs of middle-grade students, ensuring they feel connected, challenged, and prepared for future success.
The school community places a high value on collaboration between educators, parents, and students to maintain a culture of excellence and inclusivity. By leveraging its proximity to the Chapel Hill area, Pollard Middle often benefits from a focus on high academic standards and community engagement. The school’s administration and faculty focus on delivering a balanced curriculum that meets state requirements while addressing the diverse social and emotional needs of middle-grade students, ensuring they feel connected, challenged, and prepared for future success.
768
Total Students
40.8
Full-Time Teachers
18.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
19.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 515 |
| Hispanic | 140 |
| Black | 47 |
| Asian | 13 |
| Two or More | 48 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 4 |
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White515 (67.1 %)
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Hispanic140 (18.2 %)
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Two or More48 (6.2 %)
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Black47 (6.1 %)
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Asian13 (1.7 %)
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Pacific Islander4 (0.5 %)
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American Indian1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Chatham County Schools |
| Phone: | (919)969-0070 |
| Website: | http://www.chatham.k12.nc.us/Domain/15 |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 768 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 40.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 148 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 5 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
234
Grade 7
246
Grade 8
288
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 234 |
| Grade 7 | 246 |
| Grade 8 | 288 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 368 | 47.9% |
| Male | 400 | 52.1% |
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