Serving 678 students in grades 6-8, Durant Road Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 41% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Durant Road Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Durant Road Middle School's student population of 678 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
678 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Durant Road Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Durant Road Middle School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1619 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
36%
21%
Black
29%
25%
White
26%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
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 Durant Road Middle School's ranking?
Durant Road Middle School is ranked #1619 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Durant Road Middle School often compared to?
Durant Road Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wakefield Middle School, West Millbrook Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Durant Road Middle School?
678 students attend Durant Road Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Durant Road Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 26% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Durant Road Middle School?
Durant Road Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Durant Road Middle School offer ?
Durant Road Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Durant Road Middle School part of?
Durant Road Middle School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Durant Road Middle School located?
Durant Road Middle School is located in the North Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 17 other public schools located in North Raleigh.
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