Brogden Middle vs Excelsior Classical Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brogden Middle
Durham · Public middle · Grades 6–8
753 students
Excelsior Classical Academy
Durham · Charter other · Grades K–12
1,032 students
| Measure | Brogden Middle Durham, North Carolina | Excelsior Classical Academy Durham, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #418 of 469 | – |
| National rank | #14430 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Other |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 753 | 1,032 |
| Enrollment | 753 | 1,032 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 25.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 43% |
| city | Durham | Durham |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Excelsior Classical Academy does better on math proficiency (43% vs 25%).
- •Excelsior Classical Academy does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 28%).
- •Brogden Middle does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 25.2).
- •Excelsior Classical Academy is the larger school with 1,032 students compared with 753.
- •Brogden Middle is a public school while Excelsior Classical Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Brogden Middle better than Excelsior Classical Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Brogden Middle and Excelsior Classical Academy?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Durham and Durham in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brogden Middle: 753. Excelsior Classical Academy: 1,032. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brogden Middle and Excelsior Classical Academy rank in North Carolina?
Brogden Middle is 418th of 469 and Excelsior Classical Academy is unranked among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).