Serving 779 students in grades 6-8, Durant Road 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 35% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Durant Road Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Durant Road Middle School's student population of 779 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
779 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Durant Road Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Durant Road Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1302 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
34%
20%
Black
26%
25%
White
32%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Durant Road Middle School's ranking?
Durant Road Middle School is ranked #1302 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Durant Road Middle School often compared to?
Durant Road Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wakefield Middle School, West Millbrook Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Durant Road Middle School?
779 students attend Durant Road Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Durant Road Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 26% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Durant Road Middle School?
Durant Road Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Durant Road Middle School offer ?
Durant Road Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Durant Road Middle School part of?
Durant Road Middle School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Durant Road Middle School located?
Durant Road Middle School is located in the North Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 17 other public schools located in North Raleigh.
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