For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,009 students in Denton, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in Denton, NC are South Davidson Middle And High School and Denton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Denton, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Denton have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Denton, NC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Davidson Middle And High School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14956 South Nc Hwy 109
Denton, NC 27239
(336) 242-5700
Denton, NC 27239
(336) 242-5700
Gr: 6-12 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Denton Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
305 W Salisbury Street
Denton, NC 27239
(336) 242-5708
Denton, NC 27239
(336) 242-5708
Gr: PK-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Denton, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in Denton, NC include South Davidson Middle And High School and Denton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Denton?
2 public schools are located in Denton.
What is the racial composition of students in Denton?
Denton public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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