Durham Academy
3601 Ridge Rd, Durham, NC, 27705-0277 - View a map of this school Map
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Durham Academy is an independent, coeducational day school with 1,135 students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12. The school was founded in 1933 as the Calvert Method School. Durham Academy's mission is to provide each student with an education that will enable him or her to live a moral, happy and productive life. The development of intellect is central to such a life and, thus, intellectual endeavor and growth are the primary work of the school.The acquisition of knowledge; the development of skills, critical judgment and intellectual curiosity; and increased understanding are the goals of the school's academic program. Durham Academy believes that enhancing the spirit of community among faculty, students and parents is essential to the achievement of its goals. The faculty approaches each student as an individual, and the school encourages close personal relationships fostered in an atmosphere of trust, respect for individual differences and appreciation for the racial, cultural and religious diversity in our society. In addition, Durham Academy offers extensive opportunities in athletics, fine arts and community service. Durham Academy is committed to helping each student achieve personal growth in an atmosphere that is both supportive and challenging. ...read more  

School Overview:
Durham Academy
School Level Elementary and Secondary school
School Membership(s) National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Other school association(s)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 12
County Durham County, NC
Student Body
Total Students 1095 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School ( NC ) Elementary and Secondary School Avg.
% Students of Color 15% 17%
Students by Grade
Pre-K - 36 students
Kind - 63 students
Grade 1 - 67 students
Grade 2 - 71 students
Grade 3 - 68 students
Grade 4 - 71 students
Grade 5 - 80 students
Grade 6 - 83 students
Grade 7 - 93 students
Grade 8 - 85 students
Grade 9 - 102 students
Grade 10 - 91 students
Grade 11 - 91 students
Grade 12 - 94 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 106 teachers
This School ( NC ) Elementary and Secondary School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:10 1:10
*Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 175 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 7 hours 6 hours
Admission Deadline Jan. 1
 
School Notes:
  • Durham Academy is an independent, coeducational day school with 1,135 students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12. The school was founded in 1933 as the Calvert Method School. Durham Academy's mission is to provide each student with an education that will enable him or her to live a moral, happy and productive life. The development of intellect is central to such a life and, thus, intellectual endeavor and growth are the primary work of the school.The acquisition of knowledge; the development of skills, critical judgment and intellectual curiosity; and increased understanding are the goals of the school's academic program. Durham Academy believes that enhancing the spirit of community among faculty, students and parents is essential to the achievement of its goals. The faculty approaches each student as an individual, and the school encourages close personal relationships fostered in an atmosphere of trust, respect for individual differences and appreciation for the racial, cultural and religious diversity in our society. In addition, Durham Academy offers extensive opportunities in athletics, fine arts and community service. Durham Academy is committed to helping each student achieve personal growth in an atmosphere that is both supportive and challenging.
  • Profile last updated: 02/15/2007

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About This Zip Code ( 27705 )
School Zip ( 27705 ) ( NC ) State Average
Population (Approximate) 40,713 people 8,047,333 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 51% 24%
Population Average Age 32 years old 35.3 years old
Average Household Size 2.2 persons 2.3 persons
Median Household Income $38,470 $43,138
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 4.6 rooms 5.4 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 32 years old 31 years old
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Zipcode (27705)



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