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Hillside High
High School · Durham Public Schools
3727 Fayetteville St, Durham, NC 27707
Enrollment
1,454
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,454
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,754 of 2,648
In Durham
#47 of 68
public schools
In district
#39 of 54
Durham Public Schools
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Hillside High
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About Hillside High
Hillside High is a public high school in Durham, NC, part of Durham Public Schools. Hillside High serves approximately 1,454 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillside High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,754 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Hillside High show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Hillside High 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.
60% of students at Hillside High 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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Hillside High — Students at Hillside High score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.8%
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: 6.5/10.
How Hillside High Compares
See how Hillside High 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
3727 Fayetteville St, Durham, NC 27707
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillside High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Middle College HS @ DTCC (rated 9.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Durham School of Technology (rated 9.3/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J D Clement Early College HS (rated 7.5/10, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Durham School of Technology Durham | 0.0 mi | 9.3 |
| W G Pearson Elementary Durham | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| QUALITY EDUCATION INSTITUTE OF DURHAM Durham | 0.7 mi | — |
| FAITH ASSEMBLY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Durham | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Fayetteville Street Elementary Durham | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| James E Shepard Middle Durham | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| J D Clement Early College HS Durham | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Pearsontown Elementary Durham | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| C C Spaulding Elementary Durham | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| R N Harris Elementary Durham | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Burton Elementary Durham | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Middle College HS @ DTCC Durham | 2.0 mi | 9.5 |
| Southwest Elementary Durham | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Morehead Montessori Durham | 2.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Hope Valley Elementary Durham | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Rogers-Herr Middle Durham | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| North Carolina Cyber Academy Durham | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Lakewood Montessori Middle Durham | 2.6 mi | 9.6 |
| NC Virtual Academy Durham | 2.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Maureen Joy Charter School Durham | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Central Cabarrus High Concord, NC | 5.5 |
| Purnell Swett High Pembroke, NC | 5.5 |
| Riverside High Durham, NC | 5.5 |
| Saint Pauls High Saint Pauls, NC | 5.5 |
| Southern Alamance High Graham, NC | 5.5 |
| Southern Nash High Bailey, NC | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hillside High
What grades does Hillside High serve?
Hillside High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Hillside High?
Hillside High has an enrollment of approximately 1,454 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillside High?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillside High is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hillside High rank in NC?
Hillside High ranks #1,754 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Hillside High's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillside High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Hillside High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hillside High has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hillside High a charter school?
No, Hillside High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hillside High a Title I school?
No, Hillside High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hillside High?
99.8% of students at Hillside High 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
- 1,454
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 95
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Durham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.0%
- Phone
- (919) 560-3925
- 4-Year Graduation
- 88.0%
Resources & Links
District
Durham Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 31,339
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,239
- District Rank
- #39 of 54
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