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Brogden Middle School

Public | 6-7 | 672 students

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5 stars

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Posted May 14, 2012

Our daughter is about to complete her 6th grade year at Brogden, and she has had a wonderful year. The teachers and staff are amazing and completely dedicated to creating a safe environment and a smooth transition from Elementary School!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 15, 2012

I have an eighth grader in this school. I find most of my child's teachers to be very good to excellent. The overall culture and leadership of the school is hierarchical, non-responsive, and lacking in imagination. Police presence is strong and thus there is a lot of order in the hallways. There are no structured opportunities for parents to meet teachers. There are very few after school activities. Most of the "electives" (which include music and languages) are scheduled within the same block of time. Physical and health education are poorly taught.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 16, 2010

Brogden is a great school with terrific & caring teachers.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 3, 2009

Brogden Middle School has a diverse student population and challenging urban environment. In my opinion, this award should go to a school like Brogden that needs funds to be the best it can be, instead of some well-funded school that already has high ratings and doesn't need the money.


Posted September 28, 2009

This is our 7th year with Brogden and we just love it. Not only are the academics excellent, but everyone is very loving and caring.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 28, 2009

Diversity of students with dragon pride!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 23, 2009

Brogden goes to unbelievable lengths to make the transition from elementary to middle school smooth for sixth graders. I was very worried about the initial adjustment, but between keeping the 6th graders seperate and regular progress reports to keep parents in the loop, it has been smooth sailing so far. My son loves going to school in the morning. What could be better?
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 21, 2009

I love Brogden! The faculty, staff, and students are the best!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 20, 2009

I have had two children attend Brogden. The faculty is the most dedicated group of teachers I have seen. The administration is fantastic, it is a well run school. The student population is diverse and friendly. All children learn and are pushed to reach their potential at this school. We love Brogden!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 17, 2009

Brogden has the best teachers. The school hallways are ALWAYS clean and it's a great location. GO DRAGONS
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 17, 2009

I love Brogden because of the excellence team spirit and the high expectations for the students
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 17, 2009

I am in the seventh grade at Brogden and I love and enjoy the teachers and staff. They provide you with an easy to learn in enviorment. The teachers help you to understand watever your having trouble with. It's an awsome school!
—Submitted by a student


Posted September 17, 2009

My brother and I attended Brogden in the last Sixties/early Seventies. It was a great school then. My son attended Brogden from 2004-2007. The Principal was awesome and the teachers were great. The school has a lot of school spirit and feels like a big family. The teachers and staff are very devoted and really care about their students and the school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 16, 2009

Brogden Middle School has an amazing staff, the best Principal in the world and awesome students!
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted September 16, 2009

I love Brogden because of the great students and supportive parents.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted September 16, 2009

Having the pleasure of getting to know a majority of the teaching staff, I am amazed by their commitment and constant drive to find better ways to reach 'all' students.


Posted September 16, 2009

Brogden is the most awesome school because all kids from all different backgrounds (socio-economic, race, gender, etc) all have the chance to succeed!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 16, 2009

Brogden is a school full of excellent teachers with amazing support from parents. The parents work together in the classroom and with the PTA to bring about great progress, programs, supplies, and events to help the students learn and grow in a positive environment. Way to go Brogden! Thank you for helping kids achieve excellence!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 5, 2007

I think this school is great. Teachers and students both care and I highly recommend this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 7, 2006

I'am a student here and it is the best school for middle schools ever and the principle has made safe environment and well educated school thankyou teachers and Mrs. Spann
—Submitted by a student


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2012.

237 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
65%

2011

 
 
60%

2010

 
 
59%

2009

 
 
71%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 75% in 2012.

238 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
59%

2011

 
 
55%

2010

 
 
53%

2009

 
 
54%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2012.

224 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
71%

2010

 
 
63%

2009

 
 
63%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 68% in 2012.

224 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
58%

2011

 
 
51%

2010

 
 
49%

2009

 
 
53%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

All Students65%
Female67%
Male62%
Black54%
Asiann/a
Hispanic66%
Multiracial82%
American Indiann/a
White80%
Economically disadvantaged56%
Not economically disadvantaged84%
Students with disabilities39%
Non-disabled students70%
Limited English proficiency53%
Proficient in English67%
Academically gifted>95%

Reading

All Students59%
Female67%
Male51%
Black52%
Asiann/a
Hispanic48%
Multiracial91%
American Indiann/a
White80%
Economically disadvantaged50%
Not economically disadvantaged79%
Students with disabilities32%
Non-disabled students64%
Limited English proficiency21%
Proficient in English66%
Academically gifted>95%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data for that group is not reported.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

All Students71%
Female72%
Male69%
Black58%
Asiann/a
Hispanic65%
Multiracial89%
American Indiann/a
White95%
Economically disadvantaged61%
Not economically disadvantaged89%
Students with disabilities46%
Non-disabled students76%
Limited English proficiency50%
Proficient in English73%
Academically gifted>95%

Reading

All Students58%
Female62%
Male53%
Black46%
Asiann/a
Hispanic53%
Multiracial33%
American Indiann/a
White88%
Economically disadvantaged46%
Not economically disadvantaged80%
Students with disabilities34%
Non-disabled students63%
Limited English proficiency36%
Proficient in English60%
Academically gifted>95%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data for that group is not reported.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 79% in 2012.

60 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
>95%

2011

 
 
92%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Course (EOC) tests to assess high school students in Algebra I, English I, and Biology. The EOC tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Algebra I

All Students>95%
Female>95%
Male>95%
Black>95%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islandern/a
White>95%
Economically disadvantaged>95%
Not economically disadvantaged>95%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Non-disabled students>95%
Limited English proficiencyn/a
Proficient in English>95%
Academically gifted>95%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Course (EOC) tests to assess high school students in Algebra I, English I, and Biology. The EOC tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data for that group is not reported.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

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GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 52% 31%
White 28% 54%
Hispanic 18% 11%
Asian/Pacific Islander 1% 2%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 1%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 44%N/A34%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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1001 Leon Street
Durham, NC 27704
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Phone: (919) 560-3906

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