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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
12:1
Math Proficiency
43%
Reading Proficiency
46%
Niche Grade
B-
C
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Reading Proficiency
46%
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Math Proficiency
43%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
33
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Full Time Teachers
33
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Teachers in First or Second Year
34.1%
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|
GreatSchools Rating
5
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Math
49.3%
State Average
54.6%
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Science
62.2%
State Average
68%
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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
50.4%
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Female
49.6%
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Black
61.7%
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Hispanic
33.1%
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Two or more races
2.4%
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White
2.4%
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Asian or Pacific Islander
<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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Median Age
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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 400 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 43% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 46% 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 $291,664. 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.