Margaret B. Pollard Middle
736 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.
736
Total Students
44.2
Full-Time Teachers
16.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
20.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 479 |
| Hispanic | 133 |
| Black | 47 |
| Asian | 22 |
| Two or More | 49 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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White479 (65.1%)
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Hispanic133 (18.1%)
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Two or More49 (6.7%)
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Black47 (6.4%)
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Asian22 (3.0%)
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American Indian3 (0.4%)
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Pacific Islander3 (0.4%)
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/o/mbpms |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 736 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 44.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 148 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 5 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
248
Grade 7
238
Grade 8
250
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 248 |
| Grade 7 | 238 |
| Grade 8 | 250 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 358 | 48.6% |
| Male | 378 | 51.4% |
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