DURHAM MIDDLE SCHOOL
Durham Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Cobb County school district, located in Acworth, GA with about 1,022 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 61 teachers, Durham Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.
Durham Middle School, located in Acworth, Georgia, is part of the Cobb County School District, one of the largest and most highly regarded school systems in the state. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is committed to fostering an environment that balances rigorous academic standards with the social and emotional development necessary for early adolescence. The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for the challenges of high school, utilizing the resources and professional development opportunities provided by the broader Cobb County district to ensure teachers are equipped with modern instructional strategies.
Beyond academics, Durham Middle School places a strong emphasis on community engagement and student involvement. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, clubs, and arts programs, which allow students to explore their interests and build character outside of the classroom. By maintaining a focus on collaborative learning and maintaining a partnership between parents, staff, and students, Durham Middle School strives to create a supportive, inclusive atmosphere that encourages every student to reach their full potential.
For more information, contact Durham Middle School at (770) 975-6641 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Acworth, GA 30101
(770) 975-6641
http://www.cobbk12.org/Durham/
DURHAM MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Acworth, GA with about 1,022 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Georgia
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Cobb County
- Total Students:
- 1,022
- Teachers:
- 61.5
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,022 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending DURHAM MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 75% of the student body.
- White
- 74.9%
- Black or African American
- 11.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.8%
- Asian
- 4.2%
- Two or more races
- 2.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 49.5%
- Male
- 50.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.