Serving 380 students in grades 9-13, J D Clement Early College High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Math Proficiency: ≥95%
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: J D Clement Early College HS serves an attendance zone that covers the entire school district of Durham, NC, encompassing approximately 297.9 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is 9.7 miles, with the furthest point reaching 19 miles, and typical drive times to the school range from 15 to 20 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J D Clement Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
J D Clement Early College High School's student population of 380 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
380 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of J D Clement Early College High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥95%
42%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
57%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are J D Clement Early College High School often compared to?
J D Clement Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C E Jordan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of J D Clement Early College High School?
The graduation rate of J D Clement Early College High School is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend J D Clement Early College High School?
380 students attend J D Clement Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of J D Clement Early College High School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J D Clement Early College High School?
J D Clement Early College High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does J D Clement Early College High School offer ?
J D Clement Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J D Clement Early College High School part of?
J D Clement Early College High School is part of Durham School District.
In what neighborhood is J D Clement Early College High School located?
J D Clement Early College High School is located in the North Carolina Central University neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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