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#1396 of 2,648 schools in NC
Durham's Performance Learning Center
High School · Durham Public Schools
401 North Driver Street, Durham, NC 27703
Enrollment
122
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
122
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,396 of 2,648
In Durham
#35 of 68
public schools
In district
#29 of 54
Durham Public Schools
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Durham's Performance Learning Center
High School in Durham · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Durham's Performance Learning Center
Durham's Performance Learning Center is a public high school in Durham, NC, part of Durham Public Schools. Durham's Performance Learning Center serves approximately 122 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Durham's Performance Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,396 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Durham's Performance Learning Center show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 122 students, Durham's Performance Learning Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Durham's Performance Learning Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 6.8:1 students to teachers, Durham's Performance Learning Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Durham's Performance Learning Center — Students at Durham's Performance Learning Center score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.1/10.
How Durham's Performance Learning Center Compares
See how Durham's Performance Learning Center 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
401 North Driver Street, Durham, NC 27703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Durham's Performance Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Middle College HS @ DTCC (rated 9.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Durham School of the Arts (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J D Clement Early College HS (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Durham, see our Durham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maureen Joy Charter School Durham | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| KIPP Durham College Preparatory Durham | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Eastway Elementary Durham | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Y E Smith Elementary Durham | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| GIFT OF KNOWLEDGE ACADEMY Durham | 0.7 mi | — |
| Burton Elementary Durham | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Middle College HS @ DTCC Durham | 1.0 mi | 9.5 |
| EMPOWERED MINDS ACADEMY Durham | 0.9 mi | — |
| Global Scholars Academy Durham | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| R N Harris Elementary Durham | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| J D Clement Early College HS Durham | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Central Park School For Children Durham | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Reaching All Minds Academy Durham | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| C C Spaulding Elementary Durham | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Durham School of the Arts Durham | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Merrick-Moore Elementary Durham | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| James E Shepard Middle Durham | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| QUALITY EDUCATION INSTITUTE OF DURHAM Durham | 2.2 mi | — |
| Club Boulevard Elementary Durham | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Morehead Montessori Durham | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,953
Median Home Value
$340,500
Median Rent
$1,469/mo
Population
62,994
College Educated
45.1%
Homeownership
65.2%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
35.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Elizabeth City Pasquotank Early College Elizabeth City, NC | 6.2 |
| UNIVERSITY CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Hickory, NC | 6.3 |
| LEE PARK PREPARATORY SCHOOL Monroe, NC | 6.1 |
| Blue Ridge Early College Cashiers, NC | 6.4 |
| Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences Dallas, NC | 6.0 |
| Halifax County Early College High Weldon, NC | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Durham's Performance Learning Center
What grades does Durham's Performance Learning Center serve?
Durham's Performance Learning Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Durham's Performance Learning Center?
Durham's Performance Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 122 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Durham's Performance Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Durham's Performance Learning Center is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Durham's Performance Learning Center rank in NC?
Durham's Performance Learning Center ranks #1,396 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Durham's Performance Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Durham's Performance Learning Center 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.
What are the test scores at Durham's Performance Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Durham's Performance Learning Center has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Durham's Performance Learning Center a charter school?
No, Durham's Performance Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Durham's Performance Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Durham's Performance Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Durham's Performance Learning Center?
95.1% of students at Durham's Performance Learning Center 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 122
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Durham County
- Phone
- (919) 560-9190
- 4-Year Graduation
- 62.0%
Resources & Links
District
Durham Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 31,339
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,239
- District Rank
- #29 of 54
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