Serving 589 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Davidson Charter Academy 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 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower 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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Davidson Charter Academy's student population of 589 students has grown by 74% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Davidson Charter Academy 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 Davidson Charter Academy is 0.55, 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
#1641 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
11%
25%
White
65%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
22%
52%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davidson Charter Academy's ranking?
Davidson Charter Academy is ranked #1641 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Davidson Charter Academy often compared to?
Davidson Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like North Davidson Middle School, Welcome Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Davidson Charter Academy?
589 students attend Davidson Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Davidson Charter Academy students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Davidson Charter Academy?
Davidson Charter Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Davidson Charter Academy offer ?
Davidson Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Davidson Charter Academy part of?
Davidson Charter Academy is part of Davidson Charter Academy School District.
School Reviews
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