For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,348 students in 27701, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in 27701, NC are Durham School Of The Arts and Durham Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 27701 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27701, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 27701 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Durham School Of The Arts, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 27701, NC Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Durham School Of The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
401 North Duke Street
Durham, NC 27701
(919) 560-3926
Durham, NC 27701
(919) 560-3926
Grades: 6-12
| 1,705 students
Rank: #22.
Durham Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
807 West Chapel Hill Street
Durham, NC 27701
(919) 956-5599
Durham, NC 27701
(919) 956-5599
Grades: K-9
| 643 students
27701, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
600 E Umstead St
Durham, NC 27701
(919) 560-2208
Durham, NC 27701
(919) 560-2208
Grades: 8
| 79 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 27701, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 27701, NC include Durham School Of The Arts and Durham Charter School.
How many public high schools are located in 27701?
2 public high schools are located in 27701.
What is the racial composition of students in 27701?
27701 public high schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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