For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school in the neighborhood of Downtown, Durham, NC.
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Downtown, Durham, NC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ignite Online Academy
(Math: 19% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5321 Ephesus Church Rd.
Durham, NC 27707
(919) 972-4400
Durham, NC 27707
(919) 972-4400
Gr: K-12 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Downtown, Durham, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Downtown, Durham, NC include Ignite Online Academy.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Downtown, Durham?
1 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Downtown, Durham.
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