Below Average
#2329 of 2,648 schools in NC
Lowe's Grove Middle
Middle School · Durham Public Schools
4418 S Alston Avenue, Durham, NC 27713
Enrollment
624
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
624
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,329 of 2,648
In Durham
#66 of 68
public schools
In district
#53 of 54
Durham Public Schools
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About Lowe's Grove Middle
Lowe's Grove Middle is a public middle school in Durham, NC, part of Durham Public Schools. Lowe's Grove Middle serves approximately 624 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lowe's Grove Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,329 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Lowe's Grove Middle show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- NC avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lowe's Grove Middle 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.
51% of students at Lowe's Grove Middle 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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Lowe's Grove Middle — Students at Lowe's Grove Middle score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.5%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.3/10.
How Lowe's Grove Middle Compares
See how Lowe's Grove Middle 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
4418 S Alston Avenue, Durham, NC 27713
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lowe's Grove Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Alston Ridge Middle (rated 8.2/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Cary), which scores notably higher. Additionally, James E Shepard Middle (rated 7.6/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Durham, see our Durham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kestrel Heights School Durham | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| NC Virtual Academy Durham | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| North Carolina Cyber Academy Durham | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Research Triangle High School Research Triangle Pk | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Parkwood Elementary Durham | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Pearsontown Elementary Durham | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| The Institute Development Young Leaders Durham | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Southwest Elementary Durham | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Lyons Farm Elementary Durham | 2.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Alston Ridge Elementary Cary | 3.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Durham School of Technology Durham | 3.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Hillside High Durham | 3.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Research Triangle Charter Durham | 3.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Alston Ridge Middle Cary | 3.5 mi | 8.2 |
| SOUTHPOINT ACADEMY Durham | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| W G Pearson Elementary Durham | 3.8 mi | 7.2 |
| QUALITY EDUCATION INSTITUTE OF DURHAM Durham | 4.0 mi | — |
| FAITH ASSEMBLY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Durham | 4.2 mi | 6.9 |
| James E Shepard Middle Durham | 4.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Fayetteville Street Elementary Durham | 4.2 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27713 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,900
Median Home Value
$380,500
Median Rent
$1,460/mo
Population
58,409
College Educated
65.2%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
34.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lowe's Grove Middle
What grades does Lowe's Grove Middle serve?
Lowe's Grove Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Lowe's Grove Middle?
Lowe's Grove Middle has an enrollment of approximately 624 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lowe's Grove Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Lowe's Grove Middle is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lowe's Grove Middle rank in NC?
Lowe's Grove Middle ranks #2,329 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Lowe's Grove Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Lowe's Grove Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Lowe's Grove Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lowe's Grove Middle has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lowe's Grove Middle a charter school?
No, Lowe's Grove Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lowe's Grove Middle a Title I school?
No, Lowe's Grove Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lowe's Grove Middle?
99.5% of students at Lowe's Grove Middle 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 624
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Durham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.6%
- Phone
- (919) 560-3946
Resources & Links
District
Durham Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 31,339
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,239
- District Rank
- #53 of 54
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