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#1713 of 2,648 schools in NC
Lakeview School
High School · Durham Public Schools
3507 Dearborn Drive, Durham, NC 27704
Enrollment
70
Student-Teacher
3.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
70
Student-Teacher
3.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,713 of 2,648
In Durham
#46 of 68
public schools
In district
#38 of 54
Durham Public Schools
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Lakeview School
Lakeview School is a public high school in Durham, NC, part of Durham Public Schools. Lakeview School serves approximately 70 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 3.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lakeview School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,713 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Lakeview School show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 11% 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
At 70 students, Lakeview School 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 Lakeview School 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 3.7:1 students to teachers, Lakeview School 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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Lakeview School — Students at Lakeview School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 33 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: 9.1/10.
How Lakeview School Compares
See how Lakeview School 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
3507 Dearborn Drive, Durham, NC 27704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lakeview School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. City of Medicine Academy (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Durham School of the Arts (rated 8.7/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Durham's Performance Learning Center (rated 6.2/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Durham, see our Durham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Voyager Academy Durham | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Sandy Ridge Elementary Durham | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Excelsior Classical Academy Durham | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| City of Medicine Academy Durham | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Club Boulevard Elementary Durham | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Northern High Durham | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| MONTESSORI FARM SCHOOL Durham | 1.8 mi | — |
| Holt Elementary Durham | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Brogden Middle Durham | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Global Scholars Academy Durham | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Central Park School For Children Durham | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Glenn Elementary Durham | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Merrick-Moore Elementary Durham | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| KIPP Durham College Preparatory Durham | 3.0 mi | 6.9 |
| George Watts Elementary Durham | 2.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Durham School of the Arts Durham | 2.9 mi | 8.7 |
| EMPOWERED MINDS ACADEMY Durham | 3.1 mi | — |
| Eastway Elementary Durham | 3.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Durham's Performance Learning Center Durham | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
| E K Powe Elementary Durham | 3.0 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,435
Median Home Value
$270,000
Median Rent
$1,306/mo
Population
41,346
College Educated
33.2%
Homeownership
58.1%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
35.8
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|---|---|
| Global E-Learning Academy Elkin, NC | 5.5 |
| Jackson Community School Sylva, NC | 5.5 |
| Rutherford Opportunity Center Forest City, NC | 5.7 |
| Ashley Chapel Educational Center Rockingham, NC | 5.9 |
| Gateway School Granite Falls, NC | 5.2 |
| Henderson High Salisbury, NC | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lakeview School
What grades does Lakeview School serve?
Lakeview School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Lakeview School?
Lakeview School has an enrollment of approximately 70 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakeview School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lakeview School is 3.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lakeview School rank in NC?
Lakeview School ranks #1,713 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Lakeview School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lakeview School 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 Lakeview School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lakeview School has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lakeview School a charter school?
No, Lakeview School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lakeview School a Title I school?
No, Lakeview School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lakeview School?
95.7% of students at Lakeview School 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 70
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Durham County
- Phone
- (919) 560-2520
- 4-Year Graduation
- 30.0%
Resources & Links
District
Durham Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 31,339
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,239
- District Rank
- #38 of 54
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