Serving 492 students in grades 6-8, South Davie Middle 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 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Davie Middle School's student population of 492 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
492 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Davie Middle 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 South Davie Middle School is 0.64, 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
#1837 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)43%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
25%
22%
Black
13%
24%
White
53%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Davie Middle School's ranking?
South Davie Middle School is ranked #1837 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are South Davie Middle School often compared to?
South Davie Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Davie Middle School, William Ellis Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend South Davie Middle School?
492 students attend South Davie Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of South Davie Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Davie Middle School?
South Davie Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Davie Middle School offer ?
South Davie Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Davie Middle School part of?
South Davie Middle School is part of Davie County Schools.
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