LUCAS MIDDLE SCHOOL

Lucas Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Durham Public Schools school district, located in Durham, NC with about 474 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, Lucas Middle 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.

Lucas Middle School, located on Snow Hill Road in Durham, North Carolina, serves as a key educational institution within the Durham Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that supports the academic, social, and emotional development of its middle-grades student body. By focusing on a diverse and comprehensive curriculum, the school strives to prepare its students for the rigors of high school while encouraging personal growth and community involvement.

The school is known for being an active part of the North Durham community, often emphasizing the importance of collaborative partnerships between educators, families, and students. Through various extracurricular activities, athletics, and academic programs, Lucas Middle School aims to cultivate a sense of school pride and belonging. As part of a larger urban district, the school works to meet the unique needs of its student population by providing resources and instruction designed to help every learner succeed in a rapidly changing world.

For more information, contact Lucas Middle at (919) 560-3843 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.