At a glance
Reported students
897
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
50.43
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
17.8:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
North Carolina high enrollment
66th percentile
Compared with 617 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
528
Central Davidson High: 897 reported students.
State peer staffing position
45th percentile
17.8:1 reported; state peer median 18.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 893
- Teachers (FTE)
- 88
- Student–teacher ratio
- 10.1:1
What the reported data says about Central Davidson High
Central Davidson High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Lexington. It is one of 35 current school records connected to Davidson County Schools. NCES reports 897 students for 2024–25.
Among 617 high schools in North Carolina with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 623 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 66th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 17.8:1, close to the North Carolina median of 18.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (73.9%) and Hispanic or Latino (15.3%). English learners represent 3% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.8%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 14 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Central Davidson High
- 1How do the reported 17.8:1 student–teacher ratio and 50.43 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 3 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 3%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.8%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 55.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 3
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.7
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.17
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.3
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White73.9%
- Hispanic15.3%
- Black5%
- Asian1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial4.7%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
14 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Davidson County Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
North Davidson High
High · Grades 09–12
935 reported students
Oak Grove High
High · Grades 09–12
992 reported students
Ledford Senior High
High · Grades 09–12
776 reported students
West Davidson High
High · Grades 09–12
740 reported students
East Davidson High
High · Grades 09–12
709 reported students
South Davidson Middle and High
High · Grades 06–12
640 reported students
Public schools near Central Davidson High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davidson County High School High · Davidson County Schools | 06–12 | 64 | 5.7 mi |
| Yadkin Valley Regional Career Academy High · Davidson County Schools | 09–13 | 167 | 5.7 mi |
| Lexington Senior High School High · Lexington City Schools | 09–12 | 889 | 6.6 mi |
| South Davidson Middle and High High · Davidson County Schools | 06–12 | 640 | 8.1 mi |
| Davidson Early College High · Davidson County Schools | 09–12 | 138 | 8.9 mi |
| West Davidson High High · Davidson County Schools | 09–12 | 740 | 9.2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Central Davidson High
What grades does Central Davidson High serve?
Central Davidson High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Davidson County Schools.
How many students attend Central Davidson High?
Central Davidson High reported 897 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 66th percentile among 617 North Carolina high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 893 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Central Davidson High?
The calculated ratio is 17.8:1, based on 897 students and 50.43 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The North Carolina median for the same school level is 18.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Central Davidson High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Central Davidson High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Davidson County Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Central Davidson High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
55.1% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Central Davidson High in?
Central Davidson High is part of Davidson County Schools, based in Lexington, NC, which operates 35 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Central Davidson High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Davidson County High School (5.7 mi), Yadkin Valley Regional Career Academy (5.7 mi), Lexington Senior High School (6.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.