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James E. Shepard Middle School
Public Middle School
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Grade 6-8
2401 Dakota St,
Durham, NC
Durham Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Micah Copeland
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Math Proficiency
54%
Reading Proficiency
48%
Niche Grade
B-
C
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Reading Proficiency
48%
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Math Proficiency
54%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
29
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Full Time Teachers
29
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Teachers in First or Second Year
34.1%
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|
GreatSchools Rating
6
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Math
23.8%
State Average
19.2%
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Science
20.7%
State Average
20.8%
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Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
218:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
54.7%
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Female
45.3%
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Black
62.8%
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Hispanic
30.9%
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Two or more races
3.2%
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White
2.2%
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Asian
1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
2/4/2026
James E. Shepard Middle School in Durham, NC deserves one star at most. I attended this school starting in 6th grade and left halfway through 7th grade because of constant bullying that the administration completely ignored. Instead of protecting students, the school allows a toxic environment that...
6/20/2023
This school abounds with love. Mr.Archer, who has been the principal since 2020, is referred to as Servant Leader -that should tell you all you need to know! He and the staff love and care for their kids! They put in the supports for them to excel. They have order, academics, and fun! Don't believe...
5/23/2020
Shepard middle school is. Good school the teacher very responsible
2/8/2017
I do not suggest that you send your child to this school. James E. Shepard is not a true IB school and the students are not fully prepared when they enter high school. Shepard has become a Title I school and the students are still not being helped. The parents are not provided the proper information...
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Attendance Zone
List Price Range
$140K - $730K
Homes For Sale
15
Average Home Value
$294,682
Median Lot Size
7,840 Sq Ft
% Renters
69%
Average Household Income
$69,907
% of College Grads
33.2%
Median Age
30
Average House Size
1,414 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
49.8%
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Additional Schools in the Area
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- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Public
Parks in this Area
Elmira Avenue Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Rockwood Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Forest Hills Park
- Bike Trails
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Hillside Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
Grant Street Park (North)
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Grant Street Park (South)
- Trails
- Walking Paths
W.D. Hill Recreation Center
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James E. Shepard Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Durham, NC and is served by the Durham Public Schools in North Carolina. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 423 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 54% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 48% are proficient in reading. James E. Shepard Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $294,682. Discover additional schools in the area, like Durham School of Technology, Hillside High School, J D Clement Early College High School, and more. Learn more about what Durham has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near James E. Shepard Middle School.