Excellent
#84 of 2,612 schools in NC
Top 3% in state
Lakewood Montessori Middle
Middle School · Durham Public Schools
2119 Chapel Hill Rd, Durham, NC 27707
About Lakewood Montessori Middle
Lakewood Montessori Middle serves 303 students in grades 6-8 in Durham, North Carolina, offering a unique public Montessori approach to middle school education. With a student-teacher ratio of 14.4:1 and 21 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides an intimate learning environment that allows for individualized attention and the hands-on, self-directed learning characteristic of Montessori education. The school demonstrates exceptional academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranking 53rd out of 2,661 schools statewide, placing it in the 98th percentile.
Students excel academically with 82% achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and an impressive 85% reaching proficiency in mathematics. This strong academic foundation reflects the effectiveness of the Montessori methodology at the middle school level. Located on Chapel Hill Road, the school serves a diverse community in the 27707 ZIP code area, where the median household income is $69,579 and 55% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.
The neighborhood's median home value of $320,600 reflects a stable, education-focused community. Lakewood Montessori Middle sits within Durham's large city setting, providing students with both the benefits of urban resources and a close-knit school community.
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Lakewood Montessori Middle — Students at Lakewood Montessori Middle score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 12 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
📈 ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Lakewood Montessori Middle Compares
See how Lakewood Montessori Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 56% (2019) to 85.3% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 67% (2019) to 82.4% (2025).
Location
2119 Chapel Hill Rd, Durham, NC 27707
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lakewood Elementary Durham | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Rogers-Herr Middle Durham | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Morehead Montessori Durham | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Durham Charter School Durham | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Hope Valley Elementary Durham | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| C C Spaulding Elementary Durham | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Community School of Digital & Visual Art Durham | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Durham School of the Arts Durham | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| E K Powe Elementary Durham | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| George Watts Elementary Durham | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| J D Clement Early College HS Durham | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Fayetteville Street Elementary Durham | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| W G Pearson Elementary Durham | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Central Park School For Children Durham | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| James E Shepard Middle Durham | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Global Scholars Academy Durham | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Hillside High Durham | 2.6 mi | 2.8 |
| Durham School of Technology Durham | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Burton Elementary Durham | 2.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Eastway Elementary Durham | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2018-2022)
Census data for ZIP 27707 (ACS 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,579
Median Home Value
$320,600
Median Rent
$1,276/mo
Population
50,696
College Educated
55%
Homeownership
48.2%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
34.8
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| Pilot Mountain Middle Pilot Mountain, NC | 8.0 |
| Bethel Middle Waynesville, NC | 7.9 |
| Piney Grove Middle School Lawsonville, NC | 7.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lakewood Montessori Middle
What grades does Lakewood Montessori Middle serve?
Lakewood Montessori Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Lakewood Montessori Middle?
Lakewood Montessori Middle has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakewood Montessori Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Lakewood Montessori Middle is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lakewood Montessori Middle rank in NC?
Lakewood Montessori Middle is ranked #84 out of 2,612 schools in NC.
What is Lakewood Montessori Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Lakewood Montessori Middle has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
What are the test scores at Lakewood Montessori Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lakewood Montessori Middle has 76.0% math proficiency and 77.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Lakewood Montessori Middle a charter school?
No, Lakewood Montessori Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lakewood Montessori Middle a Title I school?
No, Lakewood Montessori Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lakewood Montessori Middle?
27.7% of students at Lakewood Montessori Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 303
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Durham County
- Phone
- (919) 560-2894
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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