At a glance
Reported students
1,764
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
99.95
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
17.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
North Carolina high enrollment
90th percentile
Compared with 617 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
442
Durham School of the Arts: 1,764 reported students.
State peer staffing position
43rd percentile
17.6:1 reported; state peer median 18.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,766
- Teachers (FTE)
- 116
- Student–teacher ratio
- 15.2:1
What the reported data says about Durham School of the Arts
Durham School of the Arts is a public high school serving grades 06–12 in Durham. It is one of 57 current school records connected to Durham Public Schools. NCES reports 1,764 students for 2024–25.
Among 617 high schools in North Carolina with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 623 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 90th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 17.6:1, close to the North Carolina median of 18.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (34.7%) and Hispanic or Latino (30.7%). English learners represent 6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 8.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 21 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Durham School of the Arts
- 1How do the reported 17.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 99.95 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 6.3 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 6%
- Students with disabilities
- 8.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 99.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 6.3
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.7
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White34.7%
- Hispanic30.7%
- Black24.8%
- Asian2.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial6.9%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
21 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Durham Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Riverside High
High · Grades 09–12
1,900 reported students
Hillside High
High · Grades 09–12
1,433 reported students
Southern School of Energy and Sustainabi
High · Grades 09–12
1,384 reported students
C E Jordan High
High · Grades 09–12
2,189 reported students
Northern High
High · Grades 09–12
1,281 reported students
J D Clement Early College HS
High · Grades 09–12
380 reported students
Public schools near Durham School of the Arts
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holton Career and Resource Center High · Durham Public Schools | 09–12 | 0 | 1.8 mi |
| Durham's Performance Learning Center High · Durham Public Schools | 09–12 | 122 | 1.8 mi |
| J D Clement Early College HS High · Durham Public Schools | 09–12 | 380 | 2 mi |
| Durham Early College of Health Sciences High · Durham Public Schools | 09–13 | 164 | 2.4 mi |
| City of Medicine Academy High · Durham Public Schools | 09–12 | 329 | 2.4 mi |
| Lakeview School High · Durham Public Schools | 06–12 | 52 | 2.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Durham School of the Arts
What grades does Durham School of the Arts serve?
Durham School of the Arts reports grades 06–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Durham Public Schools.
How many students attend Durham School of the Arts?
Durham School of the Arts reported 1,764 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 90th percentile among 617 North Carolina high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,766 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Durham School of the Arts?
The calculated ratio is 17.6:1, based on 1,764 students and 99.95 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The North Carolina median for the same school level is 18.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Durham School of the Arts a public, charter, or magnet school?
Durham School of the Arts is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Durham School of the Arts students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
99.2% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Durham School of the Arts in?
Durham School of the Arts is part of Durham Public Schools, based in Durham, NC, which operates 57 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Durham School of the Arts?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Holton Career and Resource Center (1.8 mi), Durham's Performance Learning Center (1.8 mi), J D Clement Early College HS (2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.