Jordan High School

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Jordan High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
6806 Garrett Rd,  Durham, NC
Durham Public Schools
3.5
3.5
2,189 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Susan S. Taylor
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Average SAT Score
1250
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
46%
Reading Proficiency
62%
Average GPA
3.49
Graduation Rate
83%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B
Teachers
A-
College Prep
B
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.49
Reading Proficiency
62%
Math Proficiency
46%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers
105
Full Time Teachers
105
Teachers in First or Second Year
17.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1250
Math
610
Verbal
630
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
26
Reading
27
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
19
AP Pass Rate
71.7%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
267:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.3%
Female
48.7%
Black
29.8%
White
29.6%
Hispanic
28.5%
Two or more races
7.1%
Asian
4.8%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#25 Most Diverse Public HS in North Carolina
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 545 Students
North Carolina State University 452 Students
University of North Carolina at Charlotte 388 Students
University of North Carolina - Greensboro 329 Students
Appalachian State University 274 Students
North Carolina A&T State University 265 Students
Duke University 203 Students
Elon University 195 Students
East Carolina University 188 Students
North Carolina Central University 167 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 161 Students
Business 155 Students
Biology 149 Students
Nursing 109 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 76 Students
Political Science and Government 68 Students
Computer Science 56 Students
Chemistry 47 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 42 Students
Marketing 34 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 299 Reviews
5.0 Senior
2/7/2025
I've overall enjoyed my time at Jordan. The culture there is fine- personally, I've never once had a fight or significant bad experience with another student or a teacher. The resources are great- the counselors are available often and very helpful.
4.0 Senior
9/9/2024
Jordan was a good high school experience in my opinion. The teachers are kind and structured. The campus is not that bad, it's definitely dated and old but it holds fond memories.
4.0 Senior
11/30/2023
I think our facilities are adequate, but could be better for science classes. We've had multiple gun threats this semester. I think that our sports are great, as we are competitive in most sports, and have great support from students, teachers, and parents.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.5 25 Reviews
2.0 parent
8/28/2025
Day 3 at Jordan High school and I remember why we left public school before. He was told by the counselor to go to the counselor office by Friday to fix his schedule. First period coach won’t let him go that he should go during another class…. so the coach wants my child to leave a core class like m...
5.0 parent
5/12/2024
Great teachers and principals. Counselors are great as well.
5.0 parent
1/19/2024
Susan Stewart Taylor is the best principals that Jordan has had in years. She took the time and consideration in ensuring the best plan for my child’s success. I am highly appreciative of all she does for our students.
5.0 parent
7/3/2023
Jordan is a very diverse school and full of opportunities if you want them. The administration is very caring and do their very best to keep kids in school to graduate.

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Jordan High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 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 2,189 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Academic records show that 46% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 62% are proficient in reading. Jordan High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.49, the graduation rate is 83%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1250 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $597,662. Discover additional schools in the area, like Cresset Christian Academy, Sherwood Githens Middle, The Studio School of Durham, and more. Learn more about what Durham has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Jordan High School.

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