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#265 of 404 private schools in NC
The Studio School of Durham
Elementary School
1201 W WOODCROFT PKWY, Durham, NC 27713
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#265 of 404
In Durham
#17 of 19
public schools
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The Studio School of Durham
Elementary School in Durham · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Studio School of Durham
The Studio School of Durham is a private elementary school in Durham, NC. The Studio School of Durham serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. The Studio School of Durham has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #265 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 34 students, The Studio School of Durham 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.
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, The Studio School of Durham sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Studio School of Durham is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The Studio School of Durham compares to 58 public schools serving similar grades in Durham, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Studio School of Durham (this school) | 5.9 |
| Southwest Elementary | 8.3 |
| Sherwood Githens Middle | 7.3 |
| Pearsontown Elementary | 8.7 |
| Ignite Online Academy | 4.9 |
| Creekside Elementary | 4.4 |
| North Carolina Cyber Academy | 4.6 |
| Parkwood Elementary | 4.5 |
| Hope Valley Elementary | 6.5 |
| NC Virtual Academy | 4.7 |
| W G Pearson Elementary | 7.2 |
| Lowe's Grove Middle | 4.1 |
| Lyons Farm Elementary | 8.6 |
| Rogers-Herr Middle | 8.7 |
| Kestrel Heights School | 3.7 |
| Fayetteville Street Elementary | 5.6 |
| Community School of Digital & Visual Art | 4.5 |
| James E Shepard Middle | 7.6 |
| Lakewood Elementary | 6.0 |
| Lakewood Montessori Middle | 9.6 |
| C C Spaulding Elementary | 4.9 |
Showing 20 of 58 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.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NC.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NC
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1201 W WOODCROFT PKWY, Durham, NC 27713
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Studio School of Durham may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pearsontown Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lyons Farm Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Southwest Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Durham, see our Durham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| C E Jordan High Durham | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Southwest Elementary Durham | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| SOUTHPOINT ACADEMY Durham | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Sherwood Githens Middle Durham | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| FIVE OAKS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Durham | 2.4 mi | — |
| Pearsontown Elementary Durham | 2.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Creekside Elementary Durham | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Ignite Online Academy Durham | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| DURHAM ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL DIV Durham | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Hope Valley Elementary Durham | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Durham | 3.4 mi | 8.2 |
| North Carolina Cyber Academy Durham | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Parkwood Elementary Durham | 3.2 mi | 4.5 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF DURHAM Durham | 3.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Rogers-Herr Middle Durham | 3.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Lyons Farm Elementary Durham | 3.6 mi | 8.6 |
| CRESSET CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Durham | 3.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Durham School of Technology Durham | 3.4 mi | 9.3 |
| W G Pearson Elementary Durham | 3.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Hillside High Durham | 3.4 mi | 5.5 |
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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| School | Rating |
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| SILVERCREEK ADVENTIST SCHOOL Morganton, NC | 5.9 |
| SPRUCE PINE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Spruce Pine, NC | 5.7 |
| THIRD STREET ACADEMY Greenville, NC | 5.7 |
| RISE ACADEMY Winston-Salem, NC | 6.2 |
| ABC OF NC CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Winston-Salem, NC | 6.3 |
| CEDARWOOD ACADEMY Charlotte, NC | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Studio School of Durham
What grades does The Studio School of Durham serve?
The Studio School of Durham serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend The Studio School of Durham?
The Studio School of Durham has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Studio School of Durham?
The student-teacher ratio at The Studio School of Durham is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Studio School of Durham rank in NC?
The Studio School of Durham ranks #265 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is The Studio School of Durham's MySchoolScout rating?
The Studio School of Durham has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Studio School of Durham a private school?
Yes, The Studio School of Durham is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Studio School of Durham a religious school?
No, The Studio School of Durham is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 34
- Gender Split
- 26% M / 74% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Durham County
- Phone
- (919) 967-2700
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