Serving 540 students in grades 6-12, The School For Creative Studies 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 28% (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 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The School For Creative Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
The School For Creative Studies's student population of 540 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The School For Creative Studies 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 The School For Creative Studies is 0.64, 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
#1864 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
34%
20%
Black
48%
25%
White
14%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The School For Creative Studies's ranking?
The School For Creative Studies is ranked #1864 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are The School For Creative Studies often compared to?
The School For Creative Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Durham School Of The Arts, George L Carrington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% 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).
What is the graduation rate of The School For Creative Studies?
The graduation rate of The School For Creative Studies is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend The School For Creative Studies?
540 students attend The School For Creative Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of The School For Creative Studies students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The School For Creative Studies?
The School For Creative Studies has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does The School For Creative Studies offer ?
The School For Creative Studies offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is The School For Creative Studies part of?
The School For Creative Studies is part of Durham School District.
In what neighborhood is The School For Creative Studies located?
The School For Creative Studies is located in the Northeast Durham neighborhood of Durham, NC. There are 3 other public schools located in Northeast Durham.
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