- Wallburg Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 717 students
- Welcome Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 638 students
- Northwest Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 625 students
- Southwood Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 616 students
- Midway Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 546 students
- Fair Grove Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 524 students
- Friendship Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 470 students
- Friedberg Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 468 students
- Churchland Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 441 students
- Davis-Townsend Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 430 students
- Tyro Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 393 students
- Hasty Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 385 students
- Denton Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 369 students
- Pilot Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 321 students
- Southmont Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 281 students
- Reeds Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 274 students
- Silver Valley Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 221 students
- Brier Creek Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 210 students
- Oak Grove Middle — Grades 6–8 · 727 students
- North Davidson Middle — Grades 6–8 · 706 students
- Central Davidson Middle — Grades 6–8 · 686 students
- Ledford Middle — Grades 6–8 · 651 students
- E Lawson Brown Middle — Grades 6–8 · 560 students
- Tyro Middle — Grades 6–8 · 528 students
- Oak Grove High — Grades 9–12 · 992 students
- North Davidson High — Grades 9–12 · 935 students
- Central Davidson High — Grades 9–12 · 897 students
- Ledford Senior High — Grades 9–12 · 776 students
- West Davidson High — Grades 9–12 · 740 students
- East Davidson High — Grades 9–12 · 709 students
- Yadkin Valley Regional Career Academy — Grades 9 · 167 students
- Davidson Early College — Grades 9 · 138 students
- South Davidson Middle and High — Grades 6–12 · 640 students
- Stoner-Thomas School — Grades K–12 · 91 students
- Davidson County High School — Grades 6–12 · 64 students
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| Metric | Davidson County Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 36 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,300/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 9/10 — Excellent | — | Near average |
About Davidson County Schools
Davidson County Schools is the public school district assigned to zip code 27292 in Davidson, North Carolina. Serving students from Pre-K – 13, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 27292. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Davidson County Schools runs approximately $10,300 annually, placing it near the North Carolina state average of approximately $10,500 and below the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Davidson County Schools is a very large district with 36 schools serving students from Pre-K – 13. Very large districts are complex systems with significant variation in school quality across attendance zones. They typically offer extensive programs — magnet schools, specialized high schools, dual-language tracks, advanced coursework — but navigating these options requires active engagement with the district.
Understanding the 9/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Davidson County Schools 9 out of 10 — top-tier among North Carolina public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because North Carolina is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Davidson County Schools ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in North Carolina on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 27292 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 27292
Children in zip code 27292 are assigned to Davidson County Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 13. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 27292, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Davidson County Schools at (336)249-8181 or visit www.davidson.k12.nc.us/. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — North Carolina districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Davidson
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Davidson County Schools serves zip code 27292, homes in and around zip code 27292 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In North Carolina, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Davidson County Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 27292.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Davidson County Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 27292 data.