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Quality Education Institute of Durham

Elementary School

800 ELMIRA AVE, Durham, NC 27707

Private

Enrollment

28

Student-Teacher

6.5:1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2021-22

About Quality Education Institute of Durham

Quality Education Institute of Durham is an Church of Christ private elementary school in Durham, NC 27707. The school serves approximately 28 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 6.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $72,432, where 57% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 28 students, Quality Education Institute of Durham is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 6.5:1, Quality Education Institute of Durham offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Quality Education Institute of Durham operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2019 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$40,038
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$37,981
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
0.95x — Tight
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
100%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$124,293

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 28 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Quality Education Institute of Durham compares to 45 public schools serving similar grades in Durham, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.5:1
This School
vs
13.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
28
This School
vs
594
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 96.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.6% vs 0%
Quality Education Institute of Durham Durham Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Quality Education Institute of Durham (this school)
Fayetteville Street Elementary 8.2
W G Pearson Elementary 8.3
R N Harris Elementary 6.7
C C Spaulding Elementary 8.0
Burton Elementary 9.5
Morehead Montessori 8.8
Maureen Joy Charter School 7.7
Hope Valley Elementary 6.3
Pearsontown Elementary 6.8
Eastway Elementary 8.1
Y E Smith Elementary 5.2
Lakewood Elementary 7.4
Durham Charter School 8.6
KIPP Durham College Preparatory 6.2
Southwest Elementary 9.2
Global Scholars Academy 7.5
Central Park School For Children 6.7
George Watts Elementary 7.7
Research Triangle Charter 4.5
Reaching All Minds Academy 8.4

Showing 20 of 45 schools. View all schools in Durham

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
28 students
Type
Private · Church of Christ
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.5:1
Address
800 ELMIRA AVE, Durham, NC 27707
Phone
(919) 680-6544
Data Year
SY 2021-22
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We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in NC aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.

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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 96.4%
Hispanic 3.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

800 ELMIRA AVE, Durham, NC 27707

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Quality Education Institute of Durham may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Burton Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.4 miles away). Another option is Morehead Montessori (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away). Additionally, W G Pearson Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away). For more schools in Durham, see our Durham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
James E Shepard Middle Durham 0.2 mi 8.8
Fayetteville Street Elementary Durham 0.3 mi 8.2
W G Pearson Elementary Durham 0.5 mi 8.3
FAITH ASSEMBLY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Durham 0.5 mi 6.9
Hillside High Durham 0.7 mi 6.1
Durham School of Technology Durham 0.7 mi 8.9
J D Clement Early College HS Durham 0.8 mi 4.5
C C Spaulding Elementary Durham 1.1 mi 8.0
R N Harris Elementary Durham 1.1 mi 6.7
Burton Elementary Durham 1.4 mi 9.5
Middle College HS @ DTCC Durham 1.4 mi 7.7
Morehead Montessori Durham 2.0 mi 8.8
Pearsontown Elementary Durham 2.1 mi 6.8
Maureen Joy Charter School Durham 2.0 mi 7.7
Eastway Elementary Durham 2.2 mi 8.1
EMPOWERED MINDS ACADEMY Durham 2.3 mi
Durham's Performance Learning Center Durham 2.2 mi 6.0
Lakewood Montessori Middle Durham 2.2 mi 9.2
Y E Smith Elementary Durham 2.2 mi 5.2
Rogers-Herr Middle Durham 2.1 mi 8.9

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Quality Education Institute of Durham has a median household income of $72,432. It is a well-educated community where 57% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $371,500, with a median rent of $1,364/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.7%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Quality Education Institute of Durham

What grades does Quality Education Institute of Durham serve?

Quality Education Institute of Durham serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Quality Education Institute of Durham?

Quality Education Institute of Durham has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Quality Education Institute of Durham?

The student-teacher ratio at Quality Education Institute of Durham is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is Quality Education Institute of Durham a private school?

Yes, Quality Education Institute of Durham is a private coeducational school with a Church of Christ affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Quality Education Institute of Durham a religious school?

Quality Education Institute of Durham has a Church of Christ religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (4,431/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Durham). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
28
Gender Split
46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Church of Christ
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
DURHAM
Data Year
2022–2023

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