What grades does Merrick-Moore Elementary serve?

As a Primary school, Merrick-Moore Elementary serves students in Durham, NC. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Merrick-Moore Elementary located?

You can find Merrick-Moore Elementary in Durham, NC.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Merrick-Moore Elementary?

At Merrick-Moore Elementary, there are approximately 12.4 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Durham, NC?

Merrick-Moore Elementary is among the schools serving Durham, NC. The school is part of the local school system.

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Merrick-Moore Elementary — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Durham, North Carolina|Durham Public Schools

Durham, NC 27704

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Thu

Curriculum Night/Meet the Teacher NightStaff DayDistrict-wide

Sep

Mon

ProjectSIGHT Eye ExamsexamDistrict-wide

Sep

Tue

Grandparents Day Breakfast BreakDistrict-wide

Sep

Fri

DPLC WorkdayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Sep

Mon

Teacher Work Day (no school for students)Staff DayDistrict-wide

Sep

Mon

Fall Intersession BreakBreakDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

K–5

Enrollment

535

Student:Teacher

12.4:1

Locale

Urban

District

Durham Public Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

99.4%

Phone

(919)560-3952

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

14%

1th percentile in NC

Math Proficiency

12%

4th percentile in NC

Chronic Absenteeism

14.2%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

8 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.5:1

Better than 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

755

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

46.6

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.89999998

Social Workers

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)

445

Current enrollment

Declining(-27% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Sep 10, 2026

Curriculum Night/Meet the Teacher Night

Staff Day

Mon, Sep 14, 2026

ProjectSIGHT Eye Exams

exam

Tue, Sep 15, 2026

Grandparents Day Breakfast

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Durham Public Schools. Merrick-Moore Elementary 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	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	BOY iReady Reading All Students (Testing Schedule)District-wide	exam	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	3rd Grade BOG TestingDistrict-wide	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	Break	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	DPLC WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	Teacher Work Day (no school for students)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	Fall Intersession BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Sep 23, 2026	ProjectSIGHT Eye ExamsDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	Req WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	Early Release DayDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, Oct 8, 2026	Required Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	DPLC WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	Teacher Workday - End of Q1District-wide No school for students	Staff Day	—
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-No SchoolDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Nov 20, 2026	DPLC WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide No school for students	Break	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	No School - Optional Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Nov 24, 2026	Thanksgiving Holiday, school closedDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Tue, Nov 24, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	No School - HolidayDistrict-wide Updated on 3/17/26 using the last approved calendar (1/15/26).	Holiday	—
Fri, Nov 27, 2026	No School - HolidayDistrict-wide Updated on 3/17/26 using the last approved calendar (1/15/26).	Holiday	—