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College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Durham at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Districts
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Durham Public School District
32,913 students | DURHAM, NC
Grades PK-12 & Ungraded | 55 schools -
Nc Health And Human Services School District
0 students | RALEIGH, NC
Grades PK-12 & Ungraded | 12 schools
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Reviews From Schools in Durham
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Parent / Guardian
March 20, 2023
This school is incredible and helps my child to flourish and thrive. All of the teachers are kind and are always willing to help whenever she has an issue. The community at this school is incredible... More
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Durham School Of The Arts
Parent / Guardian
March 16, 2023
I had so much hope when we signed up our children to attend this school, but as we’ve been at the school for a year, we learned that it is not a healthy environment for any student.
Bullying is a... More
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Cresset Christian Academy
Parent / Guardian
March 04, 2023
As a parent of a kindergartner, I love the small kindergarten class sizes (16) and the small community feel. My child is excited to go to school every day and constantly shares what he learns at... More
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Maureen Joy Charter School