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.
768
Total Students
40.8
Full-Time Teachers
18.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
19.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Margaret B. Pollard Middle
Demographic Student Count
White515
Hispanic140
Black47
Asian13
Two or More48
American Indian1
Pacific Islander4
  • White
    515 (67.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    140 (18.2 %)
  • Two or More
    48 (6.2 %)
  • Black
    47 (6.1 %)
  • Asian
    13 (1.7 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.5 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Margaret B. Pollard Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6234
Grade 7246
Grade 8288
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Margaret B. Pollard Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female36847.9%
Male40052.1%