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#215 of 404 private schools in NC
Durham Academy Middle School Div
School
3116 ACADEMY RD, Durham, NC 27707
Enrollment
1,195
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
1,195
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#215 of 404
In Durham
#15 of 19
public schools
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Durham Academy Middle School Div
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About Durham Academy Middle School Div
Durham Academy Middle School Div is a private school in Durham, NC. Durham Academy Middle School Div serves approximately 1,195 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Durham Academy Middle School Div has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #215 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- NC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Durham Academy Middle School Div 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Durham Academy Middle School Div compares to 68 public schools serving similar grades in Durham, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Durham Academy Middle School Div (this school) | 6.2 |
| Hope Valley Elementary | 6.5 |
| Rogers-Herr Middle | 8.7 |
| Community School of Digital & Visual Art | 4.5 |
| Lakewood Elementary | 6.0 |
| Lakewood Montessori Middle | 9.6 |
| W G Pearson Elementary | 7.2 |
| Fayetteville Street Elementary | 5.6 |
| Morehead Montessori | 8.8 |
| C C Spaulding Elementary | 4.9 |
| J D Clement Early College HS | 7.5 |
| James E Shepard Middle | 7.6 |
| Hillside High | 5.5 |
| Sherwood Githens Middle | 7.3 |
| Durham School of Technology | 9.3 |
| Durham Charter School | 7.1 |
| Forest View Elementary | 5.8 |
| Southwest Elementary | 8.3 |
| Durham School of the Arts | 8.7 |
| Pearsontown Elementary | 8.7 |
| C E Jordan High | 5.0 |
Showing 20 of 68 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
3116 ACADEMY RD, Durham, NC 27707
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Durham Academy Middle School Div may also want to explore other schools in the area. CRESSET CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HILL LEARNING CENTER (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DURHAM ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Durham | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Hope Valley Elementary Durham | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF DURHAM Durham | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Rogers-Herr Middle Durham | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| LERNER JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Durham | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Community School of Digital & Visual Art Durham | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Lakewood Elementary Durham | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Lakewood Montessori Middle Durham | 1.5 mi | 9.6 |
| DURHAM ACADEMY Durham | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| HILL LEARNING CENTER Durham | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| INSIGHT COLEARNING CENTER Durham | 1.8 mi | — |
| CRESSET CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Durham | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| FAITH ASSEMBLY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Durham | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Morehead Montessori Durham | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| DUKE SCHOOL Durham | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| W G Pearson Elementary Durham | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Fayetteville Street Elementary Durham | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| C C Spaulding Elementary Durham | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Durham Charter School Durham | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Sherwood Githens Middle Durham | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
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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|---|---|
| Sallie B Howard School Wilson, NC | 6.2 |
| CANNON SCHOOL Concord, NC | 6.3 |
| IC Imagine Asheville, NC | 6.3 |
| Pinnacle Classical Academy Shelby, NC | 6.3 |
| Socrates Academy Matthews, NC | 6.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Durham Academy Middle School Div
What grades does Durham Academy Middle School Div serve?
Durham Academy Middle School Div serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Durham Academy Middle School Div?
Durham Academy Middle School Div has an enrollment of approximately 1,195 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Durham Academy Middle School Div?
The student-teacher ratio at Durham Academy Middle School Div is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Durham Academy Middle School Div rank in NC?
Durham Academy Middle School Div ranks #215 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Durham Academy Middle School Div's MySchoolScout rating?
Durham Academy Middle School Div has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Durham Academy Middle School Div a private school?
Yes, Durham Academy Middle School Div 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 Durham Academy Middle School Div a religious school?
No, Durham Academy Middle School Div is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,195
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 111
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Durham County
- Phone
- (919) 489-9118
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