John W Neal Middle School

John W Neal Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8
201 Baptist Rd,  Durham, NC
Durham Public Schools
2.3
820 Students
C
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dr Michael Fuga
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Math Proficiency
15%
Reading Proficiency
26%

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
C-
Teachers
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

Niche grades and rankings are calculated using dozens of public data sets and millions of reviews. Niche data scientists and user researchers rigorously analyze data and user opinions to assess the key aspects of K-12 Schools, Colleges, and Places to Live. Every month, millions of students and families use the Niche grades and report cards to find the right school or neighborhood.

Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
26%
Math Proficiency
15%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
57
Full Time Teachers
57
Teachers in First or Second Year
30.4%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology

GreatSchools Rating Details

Test Scores

Math
28.2%
State Average
54.6%
Science
49.6%
State Average
68%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
277:1

Student Diversity

Male
51%
Female
49%
Hispanic
50.4%
Black
40.1%
White
4.4%
Two or more races
3.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Interested in learning more about homes nearby? Reach out to Shane Kirk, an experienced agent in this school's attendance zone.

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
2.3 7 Reviews
1.0 other
3/23/2025
I was 12 years old when I started to go here I didn't leave until I was 13 years old I was mentally and physically healthy but when I left from here I wasn't I was bullied every single day and my mom would come to the school to tell the teachers what was going on and they did nothing please do not b...
1.0 parent
3/27/2024
Neal middle school is a terrible school wild kids fighting and bullying other student no one should let there chidl go through that in middle school to make the student feel there at peace. the staff doesn't care the principal don't care at all to see people who giving u a bad rating it sucks to hav...
3.0 parent
2/2/2020
My students have grown academically as well as athletically by my and my husband staying an active and staying in close communication with teachers and administrators. I believe that by showing we are a family that gives 3 cares about their children we have made strides in the way that the teachers...
4.0 parent
10/7/2017
The school has a bad reputation but it’s not the case. The key is for the parent(s) to be involved in the child’s learning experience. I was very apprehensive on sending my child there but was reassured he would be cared for. The staff kept their word and my son enjoys it there despite being in the...

Agents Specializing in Attendance Zone

See All Agents

Map

Attendance Zone

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Additional Schools in the Area

Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools
Choice Schools

Choice schools may not serve this home. Please check the school district website to see all schools serving this home.

Parks in this Area

Additional Neighborhoods in this Area

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.