Serving 347 students in grades 9-12, South Davidson High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Davidson High School's student population of 347 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Davidson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Davidson High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1404 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
n/a
25%
White
95%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Davidson High School's ranking?
South Davidson High School is ranked #1404 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are South Davidson High School often compared to?
South Davidson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Davidson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Davidson High School?
The graduation rate of South Davidson High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend South Davidson High School?
347 students attend South Davidson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of South Davidson High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Davidson High School?
South Davidson High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Davidson High School offer ?
South Davidson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Davidson High School part of?
South Davidson High School is part of Davidson County Schools School District.
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