North Davidson High School is a public high school in Welcome, North Carolina. It was established in 1952 and is located along Old US Highway 52 in northern Davidson County. The high school serves the Welcome, Arcadia and Midway areas.
Serving 935 students in grades 9-12, North Davidson High School ranks in the top 20% 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 80-84% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 935 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Davidson High serves the northern part of its school district in Lexington, NC, encompassing an area of approximately 103.1 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes. The farthest point in the attendance zone is about 8.8 miles away, and the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is approximately 5.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Davidson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
North Davidson High School's student population of 935 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
935 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
School Motto
All Knights lead with HONOR: Heart, Optimism, Nurturing, Open Minds, Relationships.
School Rankings
North Davidson High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Davidson High School is 0.44, 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
#344 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)80-84%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
84%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, White, and Orange
School Mascot
Black Knight
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Davidson High School's ranking?
North Davidson High School is ranked #344 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are North Davidson High School often compared to?
North Davidson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Davidson High School, South Davidson Middle And High School, Oak Grove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Davidson High School?
The graduation rate of North Davidson High School is 84%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend North Davidson High School?
935 students attend North Davidson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of North Davidson High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Davidson High School?
North Davidson High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Davidson High School offer ?
North Davidson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Davidson High School part of?
North Davidson High School is part of Davidson County Schools.
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