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C E Jordan High

High School · Durham Public Schools

6806 Garrett Road, Durham, NC 27707

Enrollment

2,068

Student-Teacher

17.8:1

Score

5.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,992 of 2,648

In Durham

#52 of 68

public schools

In district

#44 of 54

Durham Public Schools

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C E Jordan High

5.0/10

High School in Durham · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About C E Jordan High

C E Jordan High is a public high school in Durham, NC, part of Durham Public Schools. C E Jordan High serves approximately 2,068 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. C E Jordan High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,992 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for C E Jordan High show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

C E Jordan High is a large school: 2,068 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

58% of students at C E Jordan High 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.7% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.7% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-28.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.1 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-18.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
College Readiness7.7Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate86%
AP Participation28.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,239
Chronic Absenteeism58.1%

C E Jordan High — Students at C E Jordan High score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
56.0% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 56.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.6% (2025 NC)

Based on 28 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
24%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
30%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
0.5%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
49%
2025
Math
27.7%
ELA
61.7%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How C E Jordan High Compares

See how C E Jordan High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
25th percentile in NC
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 3
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
116 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
58.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
28.3% participation·State avg: 3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6806 Garrett Road, Durham, NC 27707

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering C E Jordan High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Pearsontown Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rogers-Herr Middle (rated 8.7/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CRESSET CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Durham, see our Durham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
THE STUDIO SCHOOL OF DURHAM Durham 0.6 mi 5.9
Sherwood Githens Middle Durham 1.8 mi 7.3
FIVE OAKS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Durham 1.8 mi
Creekside Elementary Durham 1.8 mi 4.4
Ignite Online Academy Durham 1.8 mi 4.9
SOUTHPOINT ACADEMY Durham 2.3 mi 4.9
Southwest Elementary Durham 2.2 mi 8.3
Rashkis Elementary Chapel Hill 2.6 mi 6.2
DURHAM ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL DIV Durham 3.3 mi 6.2
Hope Valley Elementary Durham 3.4 mi 6.5
CRESSET CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Durham 3.5 mi 8.4
INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Durham 3.5 mi 8.2
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF DURHAM Durham 3.7 mi 7.1
HILL LEARNING CENTER Durham 3.7 mi 7.4
Pearsontown Elementary Durham 3.1 mi 8.7
Ephesus Elementary Chapel Hill 3.1 mi 8.3
DURHAM ACADEMY Durham 3.8 mi 7.3
Rogers-Herr Middle Durham 3.8 mi 8.7
LERNER JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Durham 4.0 mi 5.9
Community School of Digital & Visual Art Durham 4.1 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27707 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,432

Median Home Value

$371,500

Median Rent

$1,364/mo

Population

50,865

College Educated

56.9%

Homeownership

47.2%

Avg Commute

21.1 min

Poverty Rate

14.7%

Median Age

35

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about C E Jordan High

What grades does C E Jordan High serve?

C E Jordan High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend C E Jordan High?

C E Jordan High has an enrollment of approximately 2,068 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at C E Jordan High?

The student-teacher ratio at C E Jordan High is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does C E Jordan High rank in NC?

C E Jordan High ranks #1,992 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is C E Jordan High's MySchoolScout rating?

C E Jordan High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 C E Jordan High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, C E Jordan High has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is C E Jordan High a charter school?

No, C E Jordan High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is C E Jordan High a Title I school?

No, C E Jordan High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for C E Jordan High?

46.1% of students at C E Jordan High 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,068
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
116
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Durham County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
58.1%
4-Year Graduation
86.0%

District

Durham Public Schools
District Enrollment
31,339
Schools in District
56
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,239
District Rank
#44 of 54

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