Serving 400 students in grades 6-8, Lucas Middle 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 29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lucas Middle serves the northern part of Durham, NC, covering an area of approximately 90.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lucas Middle School's student population of 400 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Lucas Middle 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 Lucas Middle School is 0.64, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2138 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)29%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
45%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lucas Middle School's ranking?
Lucas Middle School is ranked #2138 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Lucas Middle School often compared to?
Lucas Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George L Carrington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Lucas Middle School?
400 students attend Lucas Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Lucas Middle School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lucas Middle School?
Lucas Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lucas Middle School offer ?
Lucas Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lucas Middle School part of?
Lucas Middle School is part of Durham School District.
In what neighborhood is Lucas Middle School located?
Lucas Middle School is located in the Treyburn neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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