District Overview
Located at 9420 Putney Drive in Durham, California, Durham Unified is an active, traditional public school district dedicated to serving its surrounding community. Nestled in a rural fringe setting within the broader Chico metropolitan area, this non-charter district operates three academic facilities that seamlessly cover kindergarten through 12th grade. During the 2024–2025 school year, the district serves a total enrollment of 1,048 students, offering a continuous educational pathway from foundational early learning through high school graduation. Durham Unified's student body reflects a diverse rural community, comprising 719 White, 234 Hispanic, and 80 multiracial students, alongside American Indian, Asian, and Black pupils, fostering an inclusive environment tailored to local families.

To support academic success and holistic student development, Durham Unified maintains a robust staffing framework with over 211 full-time equivalent staff members. The district’s instructional core features approximately 106 full-time equivalent teachers and 12 instructional aides, ensuring low student-to-teacher engagement and focused classroom instruction across all grade levels. Additionally, more than 92 support staff personnel contribute to smooth daily operations, facility management, and specialized student services. This comprehensive staffing structure enables Durham Unified to deliver strong academic standards and personalized guidance across its campuses. Parents and researchers interested in learning more can explore district programs online at www.durhamunified.org or contact the central administrative office directly.
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Total Schools
1,048
Total Students
106.5
Full-Time Teachers
9.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Durham Unified
Demographic Student Count
White719
Hispanic234
Black3
Asian6
Two or More80
American Indian6
  • White
    719 (68.6%)
  • Hispanic
    234 (22.3%)
  • Two or More
    80 (7.6%)
  • Asian
    6 (0.6%)
  • American Indian
    6 (0.6%)
  • Black
    3 (0.3%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Durham Unified
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary1
Middle1
High1
Other0
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:3
Students:1,048*
Teachers (FTE):106.5*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:9.8
Schools in Durham Unified
Found 3 Schools