South Davidson Middle and High School is public consolidated middle and high school in Denton, North Carolina. It is part of the Davidson County Schools system and serves the Denton and Silver Valley areas.
Serving 640 students in grades 6-12, South Davidson Middle And High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Davidson High serves the southeast part of Denton, NC, covering an area of approximately 129.9 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 14 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Davidson Middle And High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
South Davidson Middle And High School's student population of 640 students has grown by 72% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 88% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
640 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1989
School Rankings
South Davidson Middle And High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Davidson Middle And High School is 0.22, 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
#891 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-79%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
24%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue/ White/ Gray
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Davidson Middle And High School's ranking?
South Davidson Middle And High School is ranked #891 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are South Davidson Middle And High School often compared to?
South Davidson Middle And High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Davidson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Davidson Middle And High School?
The graduation rate of South Davidson Middle And High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend South Davidson Middle And High School?
640 students attend South Davidson Middle And High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of South Davidson Middle And High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Davidson Middle And High School?
South Davidson Middle And High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Davidson Middle And High School offer ?
South Davidson Middle And High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Davidson Middle And High School part of?
South Davidson Middle And High School is part of Davidson County Schools.
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