Serving 686 students in grades 6-8, Central Davidson Middle 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 49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Davidson Middle serves the southern part of Lexington, NC, covering an area of approximately 122 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with most living within about 5.9 miles of its edges.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Davidson Middle School's student population of 686 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
686 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Davidson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Davidson Middle School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1475 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Black, and White
School Mascot
Spartans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Davidson Middle School's ranking?
Central Davidson Middle School is ranked #1475 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Central Davidson Middle School often compared to?
Central Davidson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ledford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Central Davidson Middle School?
686 students attend Central Davidson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Central Davidson Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Davidson Middle School?
Central Davidson Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Central Davidson Middle School offer ?
Central Davidson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Davidson Middle School part of?
Central Davidson Middle School is part of Davidson County Schools.
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