Serving 1,185 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Davidson K-8 School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher 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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,185 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davidson K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Davidson K-8 School's student population of 1,185 students has grown by 71% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 90% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,185 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
School Rankings
Davidson K-8 School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davidson K-8 School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#177 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
4%
25%
White
76%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davidson K-8 School's ranking?
Davidson K-8 School is ranked #177 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Davidson K-8 School often compared to?
Davidson K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cornelius Elementary School, Community School Of Davidson by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Davidson K-8 School?
1,185 students attend Davidson K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Davidson K-8 School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Davidson K-8 School?
Davidson K-8 School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Davidson K-8 School offer ?
Davidson K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Davidson K-8 School part of?
Davidson K-8 School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
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