Serving 611 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 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- 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 611 students has grown by 81% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
611 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
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 0.64, 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
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Black
15%
25%
White
55%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 Welcome Elementary School, North Davidson Middle 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?
611 students attend Davidson Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Davidson Charter Academy students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Davidson Charter Academy?
Davidson Charter Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Davidson Charter Academy offer ?
Davidson Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Davidson Charter Academy part of?
Davidson Charter Academy is part of Davidson Charter Academy School District.
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