Charles E. Jordan High School is located in Durham, North Carolina, United States. It is one of seven high schools in Durham Public Schools. It is located on Garrett Road near Hope Valley Road in southwest Durham. The school mascot is the falcon.
Serving 2,189 students in grades 9-12, C E Jordan High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: C E Jordan High serves the southwest part of Durham, NC, covering an area of approximately 44.6 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, and the furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
C E Jordan High School's student population of 2,189 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,189 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Rankings
C E Jordan High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C E Jordan High School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1322 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40-44%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
83%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Navy Blue
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C E Jordan High School's ranking?
C E Jordan High School is ranked #1322 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are C E Jordan High School often compared to?
C E Jordan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillside High School, Riverside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of C E Jordan High School?
The graduation rate of C E Jordan High School is 83%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend C E Jordan High School?
2,189 students attend C E Jordan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of C E Jordan High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 29% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C E Jordan High School?
C E Jordan High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does C E Jordan High School offer ?
C E Jordan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is C E Jordan High School part of?
C E Jordan High School is part of Durham School District.
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