Serving 706 students in grades 6-8, Neal 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 15% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Neal Middle serves the southeast part of Durham, NC, covering an area of approximately 62.9 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.5 miles to the zone's edge, and the furthest point being about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Neal Middle School's student population of 706 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
706 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Rankings
Neal 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 Neal Middle School is 0.57, 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
#2482 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)15%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
52%
22%
Black
40%
24%
White
3%
42%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neal Middle School's ranking?
Neal Middle School is ranked #2482 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Neal Middle School?
706 students attend Neal Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Neal Middle School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neal Middle School?
Neal Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Neal Middle School offer ?
Neal Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Neal Middle School part of?
Neal Middle School is part of Durham School District.
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