Serving 2,068 students in grades 9-12, C E Jordan High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,068 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
C E Jordan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
C E Jordan High School's student population of 2,068 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Falcon
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,068 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Colors
Red, Navy Blue
School Rankings
C E Jordan High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C E Jordan High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1322 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
31%
21%
Black
30%
25%
White
29%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C E Jordan High School's ranking?
C E Jordan High School is ranked #1322 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are C E Jordan High School often compared to?
C E Jordan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of C E Jordan High School?
The graduation rate of C E Jordan High School is 83%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend C E Jordan High School?
2,068 students attend C E Jordan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of C E Jordan High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 29% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of C E Jordan High School?
C E Jordan High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does C E Jordan High School offer ?
C E Jordan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is C E Jordan High School part of?
C E Jordan High School is part of Durham School District.
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