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Scholars at work, writing and reading.
Scholars at work, writing and reading.
Scholars at work, writing and reading.
Scholars at work, writing and reading.
Scholars at work, writing and reading.
Scholars at work, writing and reading.
Scholars at work, writing and reading.
Scholars at work, writing and reading.
Scholars at work, writing and reading.
Scholars at work, writing and reading.
Scholars at work, writing and reading.

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Who We Are

Durham Charter School serves more than 1350 students, grades K-12, in Durham, North Carolina. We are the oldest public charter school in the state, a 2022 National Title I School of Distinction, and a 2023 YASS Prize Quarterfinalist. We exist to provide a world-class education for families in Durham who have historically had few high-quality options.

DCS FACTS

North Carolina’s 1st Charter School

  • K-12 Grades
  • 22 Average Class Size
  • 1250 Enrolled
    Students
  • 16 Average Teacher
    Experience
  • 1997 Year Founded
Teacher and Student conferring

Our Mission

Our mission is to build a world-class K-12 school in Durham that empowers students to thrive in college, career, and life.