Excellent
#17 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 4% of private schools
Duke School
Elementary School
3716 ERWIN RD, Durham, NC 27705
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#17 of 404
In Durham
#2 of 19
public schools
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Duke School
Elementary School in Durham · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Duke School
Duke School is a private elementary school in Durham, NC. Duke School serves approximately 439 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Duke School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #17 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 7.1:1 students to teachers, Duke School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Duke School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Duke School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Duke School compares to 58 public schools serving similar grades in Durham, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Duke School (this school) | 8.2 |
| Community School of Digital & Visual Art | 4.5 |
| Forest View Elementary | 5.8 |
| Lakewood Elementary | 6.0 |
| Lakewood Montessori Middle | 9.6 |
| Rogers-Herr Middle | 8.7 |
| E K Powe Elementary | 7.9 |
| Hope Valley Elementary | 6.5 |
| Durham Charter School | 7.1 |
| Morehead Montessori | 8.8 |
| George Watts Elementary | 8.9 |
| Durham School of the Arts | 8.7 |
| Brogden Middle | 4.6 |
| Central Park School For Children | 5.6 |
| C C Spaulding Elementary | 4.9 |
| Sherwood Githens Middle | 7.3 |
| Hillandale Elementary | 3.8 |
| Global Scholars Academy | 7.9 |
| Club Boulevard Elementary | 8.2 |
| Fayetteville Street Elementary | 5.6 |
| W G Pearson Elementary | 7.2 |
Showing 20 of 58 schools. View all schools in Durham
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NC.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NC
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3716 ERWIN RD, Durham, NC 27705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Duke School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is E K Powe Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, IMMACULATA CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Durham, see our Durham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOPE CREEK ACADEMY Durham | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| HOPE CREEK ACADEMY Durham | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Community School of Digital & Visual Art Durham | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| DURHAM ACADEMY Durham | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| LERNER JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Durham | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| HILL LEARNING CENTER Durham | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Forest View Elementary Durham | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| CRESSET CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Durham | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| TRIANGLE DAY SCHOOL Durham | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF DURHAM Durham | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Lakewood Elementary Durham | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| TRINITY SCHOOL OF DURHAM & CHAPEL HILL Durham | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| DURHAM ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL DIV Durham | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Durham | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| INSIGHT COLEARNING CENTER Durham | 2.3 mi | — |
| Lakewood Montessori Middle Durham | 2.4 mi | 9.6 |
| Rogers-Herr Middle Durham | 2.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Hope Valley Elementary Durham | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| E K Powe Elementary Durham | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
| IMMACULATA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Durham | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,153
Median Home Value
$398,500
Median Rent
$1,422/mo
Population
48,412
College Educated
62.4%
Homeownership
44.6%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
35.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Anderson Creek Academy Spring Lake, NC | 8.2 |
| Armstrong Elementary Eastover, NC | 8.2 |
| Boiling Springs Elementary Shelby, NC | 8.2 |
| Club Boulevard Elementary Durham, NC | 8.2 |
| Eastfield Global Magnet School Marion, NC | 8.2 |
| FPG Elementary Chapel Hill, NC | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Duke School
What grades does Duke School serve?
Duke School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Duke School?
Duke School has an enrollment of approximately 439 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Duke School?
The student-teacher ratio at Duke School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Duke School rank in NC?
Duke School ranks #17 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Duke School's MySchoolScout rating?
Duke School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Duke School a private school?
Yes, Duke School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Duke School a religious school?
No, Duke School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 439
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Durham County
- Phone
- (919) 493-9857
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