Serving 1,763 students in grades 6-12, Durham School Of The Arts ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,763 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Durham School Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Durham School Of The Arts's student population of 1,763 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,763 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Durham School Of The Arts ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Durham School Of The Arts is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#587 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
30%
20%
Black
26%
25%
White
35%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Durham School Of The Arts's ranking?
Durham School Of The Arts is ranked #587 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Durham School Of The Arts?
The graduation rate of Durham School Of The Arts is 98%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Durham School Of The Arts?
1,763 students attend Durham School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Durham School Of The Arts students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Durham School Of The Arts?
Durham School Of The Arts has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Durham School Of The Arts offer ?
Durham School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Durham School Of The Arts part of?
Durham School Of The Arts is part of Durham Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 8/25/2021
The courses at DSA are differentiated depending on interest and motivation. We are extremely content with the faculty and their communication.
2 5/21/2020
2/10 would not recommend. HIGHLY TOXIC!!!! teachers are rude, and students are disrespectful.
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