Serving 429 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Davenport A+ 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 33% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Davenport A+ School serves the southern part of Lenoir, NC, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davenport A+ School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Davenport A+ School's student population of 429 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1995
School Rankings
Davenport A+ 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 Davenport A+ School is 0.69, 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
#1965 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)33%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
38%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
13%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
38%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davenport A+ School's ranking?
Davenport A+ School is ranked #1965 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Davenport A+ School?
429 students attend Davenport A+ School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Davenport A+ School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Davenport A+ School?
Davenport A+ School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Davenport A+ School offer ?
Davenport A+ School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Davenport A+ School part of?
Davenport A+ School is part of Caldwell County Schools.
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