Excellent
#147 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 6% in state
Rogers-herr Middle
Middle School · Durham Public Schools
911 Cornwallis Road, Durham, NC 27707
Enrollment
631
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
8.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
631
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
8.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#147 of 2,648
In Durham
#9 of 68
public schools
In district
#10 of 54
Durham Public Schools
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Rogers-herr Middle
Middle School in Durham · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Rogers-herr Middle
Rogers-herr Middle is a public middle school in Durham, NC, part of Durham Public Schools. Rogers-herr Middle serves approximately 631 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Rogers-herr Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #147 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Rogers-herr Middle show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- NC avg 5.7
Score Breakdown
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Rogers-herr Middle — Students at Rogers-herr Middle score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.2%
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
→ 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: 8.6/10.
How Rogers-herr Middle Compares
See how Rogers-herr 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
911 Cornwallis Road, Durham, NC 27707
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rogers-herr Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lakewood Montessori Middle (rated 9.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Morehead Montessori (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Durham, see our Durham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hope Valley Elementary Durham | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Durham | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Lakewood Elementary Durham | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| DURHAM ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL DIV Durham | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Lakewood Montessori Middle Durham | 0.9 mi | 9.6 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF DURHAM Durham | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| INSIGHT COLEARNING CENTER Durham | 1.2 mi | — |
| LERNER JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Durham | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Community School of Digital & Visual Art Durham | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Morehead Montessori Durham | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| FAITH ASSEMBLY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Durham | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| C C Spaulding Elementary Durham | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Fayetteville Street Elementary Durham | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| W G Pearson Elementary Durham | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Durham Charter School Durham | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| IMMACULATA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Durham | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| DURHAM ACADEMY Durham | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| J D Clement Early College HS Durham | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| HILL LEARNING CENTER Durham | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| QUALITY EDUCATION INSTITUTE OF DURHAM Durham | 2.1 mi | — |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rogers-herr Middle
What grades does Rogers-herr Middle serve?
Rogers-herr Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Rogers-herr Middle?
Rogers-herr Middle has an enrollment of approximately 631 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rogers-herr Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Rogers-herr Middle is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rogers-herr Middle rank in NC?
Rogers-herr Middle ranks #147 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Rogers-herr Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Rogers-herr Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Rogers-herr Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rogers-herr Middle has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Rogers-herr Middle a charter school?
No, Rogers-herr Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rogers-herr Middle a Title I school?
No, Rogers-herr Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rogers-herr Middle?
44.2% of students at Rogers-herr 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
- 631
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Durham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.8%
- Phone
- (919) 560-3970
Resources & Links
District
Durham Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 31,339
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,239
- District Rank
- #10 of 54
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