Serving 743 students in grades 9-12, West Davidson High School ranks in the top 30% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 743 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Davidson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
West Davidson High School's student population of 743 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
743 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Colors
White, Green, Gold
School Rankings
West Davidson High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Davidson High School is 0.36, 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
#534 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
4%
25%
White
79%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
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 West Davidson High School's ranking?
West Davidson High School is ranked #534 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Davidson High School often compared to?
West Davidson 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?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Davidson High School?
The graduation rate of West Davidson High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend West Davidson High School?
743 students attend West Davidson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of West Davidson High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Davidson High School?
West Davidson High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Davidson High School offer ?
West Davidson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Davidson High School part of?
West Davidson High School is part of Davidson County Schools School District.
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