What grades does Central Elementary serve?

Central Elementary operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Hillsborough area.

Where is Central Elementary located?

Central Elementary is a town school in Hillsborough, NC.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Central Elementary is 11.5:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Hillsborough, NC?

Schools in Hillsborough include Central Elementary and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Hillsborough area.

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Central Elementary — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Hillsborough, North Carolina|Orange County Schools

Hillsborough, NC 27278

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Nov

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

287

Student:Teacher

11.5:1

Locale

Town

District

Orange County Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

71.8%

Phone

(919)732-3622

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

20-24%

Math Proficiency

15-19%

Chronic Absenteeism

6.1%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

18 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.7:1

Better than average in NC

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

451

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

85% fully certified

Counselors

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,399

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,731

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$15,598

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 12%State 47%Local 41%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$404,528

-1.5% 1yr+36.7% 5yr

Durham, NC metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

21.2%

Below 150% poverty line

3.8%

Unemployment rate

6.3%

Uninsured residents

6.2%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,107

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,024

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

334 (33%)

Other Health Impairment

213 (21%)

Autism

157 (15%)

Speech/Language Impairment

152 (15%)

Intellectual Disability

51 (5%)

Emotional Disturbance

14 (1%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

261

Current enrollment

Declining(-17% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Oct 9, 2026

Community Engagement Meeting

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Event

Fri, Oct 16, 2026

Policy Meeting

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Event

Mon, Oct 19, 2026

Board Meeting

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Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Orange County Schools. Central Elementary follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 14, 2026	Policy MeetingDistrict-wide Review the published agenda for policy items under discussion.	Event	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	Board MeetingDistrict-wide Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Tue, Sep 29, 2026	Joint Meeting w/BOCC & CHCCSDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Community Engagement MeetingDistrict-wide Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	Policy MeetingDistrict-wide Review the published agenda for policy items under discussion.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	Board MeetingDistrict-wide Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 26, 2026	Student Achievement MeetingDistrict-wide Check the meeting notice for agenda topics and attendance information.	Event	—
Fri, Nov 13, 2026	Policy MeetingDistrict-wide Review the published agenda for policy items under discussion.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 16, 2026	Board MeetingDistrict-wide Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Fri, Dec 4, 2026	Community Engagement MeetingDistrict-wide Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Fri, Dec 11, 2026	Policy MeetingDistrict-wide Review the published agenda for policy items under discussion.	Event	—
Mon, Dec 14, 2026	Board MeetingDistrict-wide Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Fri, Jan 8, 2027	Policy MeetingDistrict-wide Review the published agenda for policy items under discussion.	Event	—
Mon, Jan 11, 2027	Student Achievement MeetingDistrict-wide Check the meeting notice for agenda topics and attendance information.	Event	—
Mon, Jan 25, 2027	Board MeetingDistrict-wide Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Thu, Jan 28, 2027	Finance & Capital Needs MeetingDistrict-wide Check the published agenda for meeting topics and financial discussion details.	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Board MeetingDistrict-wide Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Fri, Feb 19, 2027	Policy MeetingDistrict-wide Review the published agenda for policy items under discussion.	Event	—
Mon, Feb 22, 2027	Finance & Capital Needs MeetingDistrict-wide Check the published agenda for meeting topics and financial discussion details.	Event	—
Mon, Mar 8, 2027	Student Achievement MeetingDistrict-wide Check the meeting notice for agenda topics and attendance information.	Event	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Board MeetingDistrict-wide Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Fri, Mar 19, 2027	Policy MeetingDistrict-wide Review the published agenda for policy items under discussion.	Event	—
Fri, Apr 9, 2027	Community Engagement MeetingDistrict-wide Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Mon, Apr 12, 2027	Finance & Capital Needs MeetingDistrict-wide Check the published agenda for meeting topics and financial discussion details.	Event	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	Policy MeetingDistrict-wide Review the published agenda for policy items under discussion.	Event	—
Mon, Apr 19, 2027	Board MeetingDistrict-wide Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	Student Achievement MeetingDistrict-wide Check the meeting notice for agenda topics and attendance information.	Event	—
Mon, May 10, 2027	Finance & Capital Needs MeetingDistrict-wide Check the published agenda for meeting topics and financial discussion details.	Event	—
Fri, May 14, 2027	Policy MeetingDistrict-wide Review the published agenda for policy items under discussion.	Event	—
Mon, May 17, 2027	Board MeetingDistrict-wide Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Mon, Jun 14, 2027	Board MeetingDistrict-wide Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—