KESTREL HEIGHTS SCHOOL

Kestrel Heights School is a public charter elementary school that is part of the Kestrel Heights School school district, located in Durham, NC with about 568 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 42 teachers, Kestrel Heights School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Kestrel Heights School, located in Durham, North Carolina, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students from kindergarten through high school. Established with a mission to foster a community of high academic achievement and personal character, the school emphasizes a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum. It is known for its "Kestrel Way" values, which integrate leadership, integrity, and social responsibility into the daily educational experience to ensure students are prepared not just for standardized testing, but for success in higher education and the global workforce.

The school is divided into distinct learning environments—typically an elementary school and a combined middle/high school campus—to better tailor instruction to the developmental needs of each age group. Kestrel Heights places a strong emphasis on small class sizes, personalized attention, and a close partnership between faculty, students, and families. By combining traditional academic standards with extracurricular opportunities and a supportive school culture, the institution strives to cultivate well-rounded, lifelong learners who are equipped to make positive contributions to their community.

For more information, contact Kestrel Heights School at (919) 484-1300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.