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#1711 of 2,648 schools in NC
Fayetteville Street Elementary
Elementary School · Durham Public Schools
2905 Fayetteville Street, Durham, NC 27707
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,711 of 2,648
In Durham
#44 of 68
public schools
In district
#36 of 54
Durham Public Schools
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Fayetteville Street Elementary
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About Fayetteville Street Elementary
Fayetteville Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Durham, NC, part of Durham Public Schools. Fayetteville Street Elementary serves approximately 239 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Fayetteville Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,711 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Fayetteville Street Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Fayetteville Street 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.
57% of students at Fayetteville Street 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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Fayetteville Street Elementary — Students at Fayetteville Street Elementary score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.9%
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: 6.1/10.
How Fayetteville Street Elementary Compares
See how Fayetteville Street 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
2905 Fayetteville Street, Durham, NC 27707
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fayetteville Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Burton Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Morehead Montessori (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pearsontown Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Durham, see our Durham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FAITH ASSEMBLY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Durham | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| QUALITY EDUCATION INSTITUTE OF DURHAM Durham | 0.3 mi | — |
| James E Shepard Middle Durham | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| W G Pearson Elementary Durham | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| J D Clement Early College HS Durham | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Hillside High Durham | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Durham School of Technology Durham | 0.8 mi | 9.3 |
| C C Spaulding Elementary Durham | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| R N Harris Elementary Durham | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Burton Elementary Durham | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Morehead Montessori Durham | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Middle College HS @ DTCC Durham | 1.6 mi | 9.5 |
| Lakewood Montessori Middle Durham | 1.9 mi | 9.6 |
| Rogers-Herr Middle Durham | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Pearsontown Elementary Durham | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Hope Valley Elementary Durham | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Durham Charter School Durham | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| EMPOWERED MINDS ACADEMY Durham | 2.2 mi | — |
| Eastway Elementary Durham | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| INSIGHT COLEARNING CENTER Durham | 2.2 mi | — |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cotswold Elementary Charlotte, NC | 5.6 |
| Lakeside Charter Academy Cornelius, NC | 5.6 |
| Raleigh Road Elementary Linden, NC | 5.6 |
| Acme Delco Elementary Riegelwood, NC | 5.5 |
| Bonlee School Bonlee, NC | 5.5 |
| Burnsville Elementary Burnsville, NC | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fayetteville Street Elementary
What grades does Fayetteville Street Elementary serve?
Fayetteville Street Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Fayetteville Street Elementary?
Fayetteville Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 239 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fayetteville Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Fayetteville Street Elementary is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fayetteville Street Elementary rank in NC?
Fayetteville Street Elementary ranks #1,711 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Fayetteville Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Fayetteville Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Fayetteville Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fayetteville Street Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Fayetteville Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Fayetteville Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fayetteville Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Fayetteville Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fayetteville Street Elementary?
97.9% of students at Fayetteville Street 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
- 239
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Durham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.5%
- Phone
- (919) 560-3944
Resources & Links
District
Durham Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 31,339
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,239
- District Rank
- #36 of 54
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