Serving 311 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Kipp Durham College Preparatory 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 22% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower 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.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Durham College Preparatory's student population of 311 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Durham College Preparatory 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 Kipp Durham College Preparatory is 0.53, 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
#2425 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
54%
20%
Black
43%
25%
White
n/a
44%
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
97%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Durham College Preparatory's ranking?
Kipp Durham College Preparatory is ranked #2425 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Kipp Durham College Preparatory?
311 students attend Kipp Durham College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Kipp Durham College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Durham College Preparatory?
Kipp Durham College Preparatory has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kipp Durham College Preparatory offer ?
Kipp Durham College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Kipp Durham College Preparatory part of?
Kipp Durham College Preparatory is part of KIPP Durham College Preparatory School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Durham College Preparatory located?
Kipp Durham College Preparatory is located in the East Durham neighborhood of Durham, NC. There are 3 other public schools located in East Durham.
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