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#1437 of 2,648 schools in NC
Eastway Elementary
Elementary School · Durham Public Schools
610 North Alston Avenue, Durham, NC 27701
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,437 of 2,648
In Durham
#38 of 68
public schools
In district
#31 of 54
Durham Public Schools
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Eastway Elementary
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About Eastway Elementary
Eastway Elementary is a public elementary school in Durham, NC, part of Durham Public Schools. Eastway Elementary serves approximately 393 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Eastway Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,437 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Eastway Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Eastway Elementary 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.
45% of students at Eastway Elementary 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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Eastway Elementary — Students at Eastway Elementary score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
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
→ 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: 6.5/10.
How Eastway Elementary Compares
See how Eastway Elementary 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
610 North Alston Avenue, Durham, NC 27701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Eastway Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Burton Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is George Watts Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Morehead Montessori (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Durham, see our Durham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP Durham College Preparatory Durham | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Durham's Performance Learning Center Durham | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Maureen Joy Charter School Durham | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| EMPOWERED MINDS ACADEMY Durham | 0.6 mi | — |
| Burton Elementary Durham | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Global Scholars Academy Durham | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Y E Smith Elementary Durham | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Middle College HS @ DTCC Durham | 1.1 mi | 9.5 |
| GIFT OF KNOWLEDGE ACADEMY Durham | 1.1 mi | — |
| R N Harris Elementary Durham | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Central Park School For Children Durham | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| J D Clement Early College HS Durham | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| C C Spaulding Elementary Durham | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Durham School of the Arts Durham | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Morehead Montessori Durham | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Durham Charter School Durham | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| IMMACULATA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Durham | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| James E Shepard Middle Durham | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Club Boulevard Elementary Durham | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| George Watts Elementary Durham | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,852
Median Home Value
$457,600
Median Rent
$1,279/mo
Population
24,881
College Educated
50.2%
Homeownership
29.3%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
20%
Median Age
34.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Edwin A Alderman Elementary Greensboro, NC | 6.1 |
| Eno Valley Elementary Durham, NC | 6.1 |
| Evergreen Community Charter Asheville, NC | 6.1 |
| FIRST WESLEYAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gastonia, NC | 6.1 |
| Fairview Elementary High Point, NC | 6.1 |
| Lead Mine Elementary Raleigh, NC | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Eastway Elementary
What grades does Eastway Elementary serve?
Eastway Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Eastway Elementary?
Eastway Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 393 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Eastway Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Eastway Elementary is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Eastway Elementary rank in NC?
Eastway Elementary ranks #1,437 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Eastway Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Eastway Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Eastway Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Eastway Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Eastway Elementary a charter school?
No, Eastway Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Eastway Elementary a Title I school?
No, Eastway Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Eastway Elementary?
99.2% of students at Eastway Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 393
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Durham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.3%
- Phone
- (919) 560-3910
Resources & Links
District
Durham Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 31,339
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,239
- District Rank
- #31 of 54
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