Serving 412 students in grades 6-10, Discovery Charter ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-10
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Discovery Charter's student population of 412 students has grown by 119% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 180% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-10
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Discovery Charter ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Charter is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1289 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
28%
25%
White
50%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery Charter's ranking?
Discovery Charter is ranked #1289 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Discovery Charter often compared to?
Discovery Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Lucas Middle School, Lakewood Montessori Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Discovery Charter?
412 students attend Discovery Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Discovery Charter students are White, 28% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Discovery Charter?
Discovery Charter has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Discovery Charter offer ?
Discovery Charter offers enrollment in grades 6-10 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery Charter part of?
Discovery Charter is part of Discovery Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Discovery Charter located?
Discovery Charter is located in the Walltown neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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