Serving 665 students in grades 5-6, Don T Durham Intermediate School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 665 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Don T Durham Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Don T Durham Intermediate School's student population of 665 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
665 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Don T Durham Intermediate School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Don T Durham Intermediate School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#62 out of 8096 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
6%
Hispanic
11%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
53%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Don T Durham Intermediate School's ranking?
Don T Durham Intermediate School is ranked #62 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Don T Durham Intermediate School often compared to?
Don T Durham Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rice Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Don T Durham Intermediate School?
665 students attend Don T Durham Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Don T Durham Intermediate School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Don T Durham Intermediate School?
Don T Durham Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Don T Durham Intermediate School offer ?
Don T Durham Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Don T Durham Intermediate School part of?
Don T Durham Intermediate School is part of Carroll Independent School District.
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