Durham Academy is an independent, coeducational, day school in Durham, North Carolina, whose 1,247 students range from pre-kindergarten to grade 12.
The school has four divisions, each with its own director: Preschool, Lower School, Middle School and Upper School.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked NC School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,233 students
- Yearly Tuition: $35,700
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Durham Academy Middle School Div ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1933
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
1,233 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$35,700
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cavalier
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Durham Academy Middle School Div cost?
Durham Academy Middle School Div's tuition is approximately $35,700 for private students.
What is Durham Academy Middle School Div's ranking?
Durham Academy Middle School Div ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Durham Academy Middle School Div?
The application deadline for Durham Academy Middle School Div is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest elementary school and preschool is International Montessori School (0.2 miles away)
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(919) 688-4245
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(919) 688-4245
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(919) 402-8262
Durham, NC 27705
(919) 402-8262
2.6 miles
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