Below Average
#2158 of 2,648 schools in NC
Brogden Middle
Middle School · Durham Public Schools
1001 Leon Street, Durham, NC 27704
Enrollment
693
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
693
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,158 of 2,648
In Durham
#58 of 68
public schools
In district
#48 of 54
Durham Public Schools
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Brogden Middle
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About Brogden Middle
Brogden Middle is a public middle school in Durham, NC, part of Durham Public Schools. Brogden Middle serves approximately 693 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Brogden Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,158 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Brogden Middle show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- NC avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
53% of students at Brogden Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Brogden Middle — Students at Brogden Middle score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.7/10.
How Brogden Middle Compares
See how Brogden Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1001 Leon Street, Durham, NC 27704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brogden Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. City of Medicine Academy (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is George Watts Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Morehead Montessori (rated 8.8/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Durham, see our Durham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI FARM SCHOOL Durham | 0.5 mi | — |
| Club Boulevard Elementary Durham | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| City of Medicine Academy Durham | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| George Watts Elementary Durham | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| E K Powe Elementary Durham | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Durham School of the Arts Durham | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Central Park School For Children Durham | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Excelsior Classical Academy Durham | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Voyager Academy Durham | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| IMMACULATA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Durham | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Durham Charter School Durham | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Global Scholars Academy Durham | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Holt Elementary Durham | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| EMPOWERED MINDS ACADEMY Durham | 2.2 mi | — |
| Lakeview School Durham | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Morehead Montessori Durham | 2.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Hillandale Elementary Durham | 2.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Northern High Durham | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
| INSIGHT COLEARNING CENTER Durham | 2.6 mi | — |
| KIPP Durham College Preparatory Durham | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,435
Median Home Value
$270,000
Median Rent
$1,306/mo
Population
41,346
College Educated
33.2%
Homeownership
58.1%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
35.8
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| Erwin Middle Asheville, NC | 4.6 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC MIDDLE SCHOOL Charlotte, NC | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brogden Middle
What grades does Brogden Middle serve?
Brogden Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Brogden Middle?
Brogden Middle has an enrollment of approximately 693 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brogden Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Brogden Middle is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brogden Middle rank in NC?
Brogden Middle ranks #2,158 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Brogden Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Brogden Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Brogden Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brogden Middle has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Brogden Middle a charter school?
No, Brogden Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brogden Middle a Title I school?
No, Brogden Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brogden Middle?
99.6% of students at Brogden 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
- 693
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Durham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.0%
- Phone
- (919) 560-3906
Resources & Links
District
Durham Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 31,339
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,239
- District Rank
- #48 of 54
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