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#275 of 2,648 schools in NC

Top 10% in state

Reaching All Minds Academy

Elementary School · Reaching All Minds Academy

2703 Holloway St., Durham, NC 27703

Charter

Enrollment

384

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#275 of 2,648

In Durham

#13 of 68

public schools

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Reaching All Minds Academy

8.3/10

Elementary School in Durham · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Reaching All Minds Academy

Reaching All Minds Academy is a public elementary school in Durham, NC, part of Reaching All Minds Academy. Reaching All Minds Academy serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Reaching All Minds Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #275 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Reaching All Minds Academy show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts above NC schools
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Reaching All Minds Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change+2.64 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59.1% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.4% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-4.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.8 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)77% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-22.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,740
Chronic Absenteeism29.7%

Reaching All Minds Academy — Students at Reaching All Minds Academy score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.6% (multi-year average, 2014-2025)
School
State
56.8% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 33.3% (multi-year average, 2014-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 32 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2014
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
19%
2022
Math
27.4%
ELA
29.4%
2025
Math
59.3%
ELA
50.3%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Reaching All Minds Academy Compares

See how Reaching All Minds Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
90th percentile in NC
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.7%

Location

2703 Holloway St., Durham, NC 27703

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Reaching All Minds Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Burton Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Global Scholars Academy (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Glenn Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Durham, see our Durham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
TUTORIAL -1/2 CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Durham 0.6 mi
GIFT OF KNOWLEDGE ACADEMY Durham 0.9 mi
Merrick-Moore Elementary Durham 1.1 mi 7.3
Y E Smith Elementary Durham 1.2 mi 4.7
Southern School of Energy and Sustainabi Durham 1.5 mi 4.6
Maureen Joy Charter School Durham 1.5 mi 6.1
Durham's Performance Learning Center Durham 1.5 mi 6.2
KIPP Durham College Preparatory Durham 1.7 mi 6.9
Middle College HS @ DTCC Durham 1.9 mi 9.5
Eastway Elementary Durham 1.9 mi 6.1
Oak Grove Elementary Durham 1.9 mi 7.5
R N Harris Elementary Durham 2.2 mi 5.4
Burton Elementary Durham 2.1 mi 9.0
Glenn Elementary Durham 2.9 mi 7.8
EMPOWERED MINDS ACADEMY Durham 2.4 mi
Global Scholars Academy Durham 2.4 mi 7.9
BETHESDA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Durham 3.2 mi 6.2
Spring Valley Elementary Durham 3.1 mi 7.7
Bethesda Elementary Durham 3.5 mi 5.8
J D Clement Early College HS Durham 2.9 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,953

Median Home Value

$340,500

Median Rent

$1,469/mo

Population

62,994

College Educated

45.1%

Homeownership

65.2%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

35.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Reaching All Minds Academy

What grades does Reaching All Minds Academy serve?

Reaching All Minds Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Reaching All Minds Academy?

Reaching All Minds Academy has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Reaching All Minds Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Reaching All Minds Academy is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Reaching All Minds Academy rank in NC?

Reaching All Minds Academy ranks #275 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Reaching All Minds Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Reaching All Minds Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Reaching All Minds Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Reaching All Minds Academy has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).

Is Reaching All Minds Academy a charter school?

Yes, Reaching All Minds Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Reaching All Minds Academy a Title I school?

No, Reaching All Minds Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Durham County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.7%

District

Reaching All Minds Academy
District Enrollment
384
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,740
District Rank
#1 of 1

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