What grades does City of Medicine Academy serve?

City of Medicine Academy is a High school serving students in Durham, NC. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is City of Medicine Academy located?

City of Medicine Academy is located at Durham, NC in a urban area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at City of Medicine Academy?

City of Medicine Academy has a student-teacher ratio of 14.6:1.

What schools are in Durham, NC?

Durham, NC is served by the local school district. City of Medicine Academy is one of the High schools in the area.

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City of Medicine Academy — School Calendar 2026-27

High|Durham, North Carolina|Durham Public Schools

Durham, NC 27704

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Wed

Early Release Day/End of 1st QuarterEvent

Oct

Wed

PSATEvent

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Oct

Wed

Early Releasehalf_dayDistrict-wide

Oct

Thu

Required Teacher WorkdayEvent

Oct

Tue

PreACTEvent

Review the test notice for registration, timing and preparation information.

Oct

Wed

Qtr 1 Report, Grades updated in ICEvent

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

336

Student:Teacher

14.6:1

Locale

Urban

District

Durham Public Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

62.8%

Phone

(919)560-2001

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

55-59%

Math Proficiency

85-89%

Graduation Rate

>=95%

Chronic Absenteeism

4.3%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

7 courses offered

97 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

58 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

62 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

93 test takers

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1

Near average in NC

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

369

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

25.25

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.1

Social Workers

0.60000002

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$15,239

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,398

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$16,900

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 17%State 46%Local 37%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$404,528

-1.5% 1yr+36.7% 5yr

Durham, NC metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

21.2%

Below 150% poverty line

4.4%

Unemployment rate

11.4%

Uninsured residents

9.5%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

5,075

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

4,571

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,599 (35%)

Autism

914 (20%)

Other Health Impairment

647 (14%)

Speech/Language Impairment

537 (12%)

Intellectual Disability

315 (7%)

Emotional Disturbance

109 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

329

Current enrollment

Stable(-4% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Oct 7, 2026

Early Release Day/End of 1st Quarter

Event

Wed, Oct 7, 2026

PSAT

Review the test notice for registration deadlines and testing details.

Event

Wed, Oct 7, 2026

Early Release

half_day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Durham Public Schools. City of Medicine Academy follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	BOY iReady & ReadingPlus All Students (Testing Schedule)District-wide	exam	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Holiday-no schoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for holiday dates and any related closures.	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	BOY iReady Reading All Students (Testing Schedule)District-wide	exam	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	3rd Grade BOG TestingDistrict-wide Review the testing schedule and any related instructional materials provided by the school.	exam	—
Thu, Sep 10, 2026	Curriculum Night/Meet the Teacher NightDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Sep 14, 2026	ProjectSIGHT Eye ExamsDistrict-wide	exam	—
Tue, Sep 15, 2026	Grandparents Day Breakfast District-wide Check the event notice for time, location, and registration details.	Break	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	DPLC WorkdayDistrict-wide Review the workday notice for location, time, and volunteer opportunities.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	Teacher Work Day (no school for students)District-wide Review the school calendar for this non-instructional day.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	Fall Intersession BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Sep 23, 2026	ProjectSIGHT Eye ExamsDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	Required Teacher Workday	Event	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	Teacher Workday - No School for Students District-wide Review the calendar to confirm the impact on your schedule.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	Early Release Day/End of 1st Quarter	Event	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	PSAT Review the test notice for registration deadlines and testing details.	Event	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, Oct 8, 2026	Required Teacher Workday	Event	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	PreACT Review the test notice for registration, timing and preparation information.	Event	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Qtr 1 Report, Grades updated in IC	Event	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	School Picture Make-Up Day Review the school calendar for the make-up session date and registration details.	Event	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	DTCC: Fall RISE Test Administration	Event	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Quarter 2 Planning Day for Community TeachersDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	ASVAB Testing District-wide	exam	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	Qtr 1 Grade Level Awards	Event	—
Fri, Oct 23, 2026	Dress Down Day - Lime Green Wristband	Event	—
Mon, Oct 26, 2026	CMA Homecoming Week	Event	—
Tue, Oct 27, 2026	2026-27 Red Cross Blood Drive	Event	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	DPLC WorkdayDistrict-wide Review the workday notice for location, time, and volunteer opportunities.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	Teacher Workday - End of Q1District-wide No school for students	Staff Day	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Required Teacher Workday	Event	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Teacher Workday (Required)District-wide Updated on 3/17/26 using the last approved calendar (1/15/26).	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Holiday Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Holiday-No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for holiday dates and any related closures.	Holiday	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Teacher Workday Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.	Event	—
Tue, Nov 24, 2026	Annual Leave Day	Event	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Holiday Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Mon, Dec 7, 2026	Teacher Made Exams (Non-EOC)	Event	—
Wed, Dec 9, 2026	Early Release Day	Event	—
Mon, Dec 14, 2026	EOC/CTE Exams	Event	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	End of 2nd Quarter	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Teacher Workday Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.	Event	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Annual Leave Day	Event	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	Holiday Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Tue, Dec 29, 2026	Annual Leave Day	Event	—
Fri, Jan 1, 2027	Holiday Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Fri, Jan 8, 2027	Sem 1 Report, Grades Updated in IC	Event	—
Tue, Jan 12, 2027	Mid Year Whole School Awards Celebration	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Holiday Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Tue, Jan 19, 2027	Required Teacher Workday	Event	—
Fri, Jan 22, 2027	Dress Down Day - Neon Pink Wristband	Event	—
Wed, Feb 3, 2027	2026-27 Red Cross Blood Drive	Event	—
Mon, Feb 8, 2027	HOSA Week Review the organization notice for week activities and event details.	Event	—
Wed, Feb 10, 2027	Required Teacher Workday	Event	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	Career Fair Check the event notice for participating employers, schedule, and student details.	Event	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	HOSA Valentine's Day Dance	Event	—
Wed, Feb 24, 2027	Early Release Day	Event	—
Fri, Feb 26, 2027	Dress Down Day - Orange Wristband	Event	—
Fri, Mar 5, 2027	End of 3rd Quarter	Event	—
Mon, Mar 8, 2027	Spring Break/ Annual Leave Days School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Event	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	DTCC: Spring Rise Test Administration	Event	—
Fri, Mar 19, 2027	Qtr 3 Report, Grades Updated in IC	Event	—
Tue, Mar 23, 2027	ACT Review the testing notice for registration and timing details.	Event	—
Wed, Mar 24, 2027	New Student Welcome Session	Event	—
Thu, Mar 25, 2027	Atr 3 Grade Level Awards	Event	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Dress Down Day - White Wristband	Event	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Holiday Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Optional Teacher Workday Review the school calendar for workday details and any student schedule changes.	Event	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	CobraFest 2026!	Event	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	Prom Check the event notice for ticket information and logistics.	Event	—
Mon, Apr 19, 2027	Class of 2027: Senior Week	Event	—
Thu, Apr 22, 2027	Class of 2027: Senior Night	Event	—
Fri, Apr 23, 2027	Dress Down Day - Purple Wristband	Event	—
Fri, Apr 23, 2027	Class of 2027: Senior Trip	Event	—
Wed, Apr 28, 2027	Required Teacher Workday	Event	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	AP Exams Check the testing calendar for exam dates and registration requirements.	Event	—
Wed, May 12, 2027	Early Release Day	Event	—
Thu, May 13, 2027	Teacher Made Exams (Non-EOC)	Event	—
Thu, May 20, 2027	EOC/CTE Exams	Event	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	Class of 2027: Graduation	Event	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	Early Release Day/Last Day of School Check the school calendar for dismissal time and last day details.	Event	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	End of Qtr 4/Semester 2	Event	—
Thu, May 27, 2027	Holiday Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about City of Medicine Academy

City of Medicine Academy has a total enrollment of 336 students and serves grades High. The school is part of the local school district in Durham, NC.