Serving 445 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Merrick-moore Elementary 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 37% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Merrick-Moore Elementary serves the eastern part of Durham, NC, covering an area of approximately 14.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 6.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Merrick-moore Elementary School's student population of 445 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
445 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Merrick-moore Elementary 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 Merrick-moore Elementary 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2095 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)37%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
52%
22%
Black
39%
24%
White
4%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merrick-moore Elementary School's ranking?
Merrick-moore Elementary School is ranked #2095 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Merrick-moore Elementary School?
445 students attend Merrick-moore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Merrick-moore Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merrick-moore Elementary School?
Merrick-moore Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Merrick-moore Elementary School offer ?
Merrick-moore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Merrick-moore Elementary School part of?
Merrick-moore Elementary School is part of Durham School District.
In what neighborhood is Merrick-moore Elementary School located?
Merrick-moore Elementary School is located in the Merrick Moore neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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