For the 2024 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 7,758 students in 27704, NC (there are 3 private schools, serving 129 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 27704, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 27704, NC are City Of Medicine Academy, Voyager Academy and Excelsior Classical Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27704 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 27704, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 27704, NC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
City Of Medicine Academy
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
301 Crutchfield Road
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-2001
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-2001
Grades: 9-12
| 352 students
Rank: #22.
Voyager Academy
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 Hock Parc Drive
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 433-3301
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 433-3301
Grades: K-12
| 1,358 students
Rank: #33.
Excelsior Classical Academy
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4100 N Roxboro Street
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 213-8585
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 213-8585
Grades: K-10
| 899 students
Rank: #44.
Lakeview School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3507 Dearborn Drive
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-2520
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-2520
Grades: 6-12
| 30 students
Rank: #55.
The School For Creative Studies
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5001 Red Mill Rd
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-3535
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-3535
Grades: 6-12
| 565 students
Rank: #66.
Club Boulevard Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 W Club Boulevard
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-3918
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-3918
Grades: K-5
| 390 students
Rank: #77.
Sandy Ridge Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1417 Old Oxford Highway
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-2695
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-2695
Grades: PK-5
| 483 students
Rank: #88.
Lucas Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
923 Snow Hill Road
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-3843
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-3843
Grades: 6-8
| 420 students
Rank: #99.
Brogden Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Leon Street
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-3906
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-3906
Grades: 6-8
| 695 students
Rank: #1010.
Holt Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4019 Holt School Road
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-3928
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-3928
Grades: PK-5
| 645 students
Rank: #1111.
Glenn Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2415 E Geer Street
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-3920
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-3920
Grades: K-5
| 562 students
Rank: #1212.
Merrick-moore Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2325 Cheek Road
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-3952
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-3952
Grades: PK-5
| 539 students
Rank: #1313.
Neal Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
201 Baptist Road
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-3955
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-3955
Grades: 6-8
| 820 students
Rank: n/an/a
North Oak Academy
Charter School
2201 E Geer St Durham, NC 2770
Durham, NC 27704
(984) 244-5528
Durham, NC 27704
(984) 244-5528
Grades: n/a
| 0 students
27704, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
The Wright School (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
3132 North Roxboro St
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-5790
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 560-5790
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27704, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27704, NC include City Of Medicine Academy, Voyager Academy and Excelsior Classical Academy.
How many public schools are located in 27704, NC?
14 public schools are located in 27704, NC.
What percentage of students in 27704, NC go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 27704, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27704, NC?
27704, NC public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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