Serving 122 students in grades 9-12, Durham's Performance Learning Center 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 <50% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Durham's Performance Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Durham's Performance Learning Center's student population of 122 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
122 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Durham's Performance Learning Center 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 Durham's Performance Learning Center is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1981 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
43%
22%
Black
50%
24%
White
2%
42%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)55-59%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Durham's Performance Learning Center's ranking?
Durham's Performance Learning Center is ranked #1981 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Durham's Performance Learning Center often compared to?
Durham's Performance Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview School, Hillside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Durham's Performance Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Durham's Performance Learning Center is 55-59%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Durham's Performance Learning Center?
122 students attend Durham's Performance Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Durham's Performance Learning Center students are Black, 43% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Durham's Performance Learning Center?
Durham's Performance Learning Center has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Durham's Performance Learning Center offer ?
Durham's Performance Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Durham's Performance Learning Center part of?
Durham's Performance Learning Center is part of Durham School District.
In what neighborhood is Durham's Performance Learning Center located?
Durham's Performance Learning Center is located in the East Durham neighborhood of Durham, NC. There are 3 other public schools located in East Durham.
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