Central Davidson High vs South Lexington School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 7.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Davidson High
Lexington · Public high · Grades 9–12
897 students
South Lexington School
Lexington · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
308 students
| Measure | Central Davidson High Lexington, North Carolina | South Lexington School Lexington, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #225 of 528 | #806 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #9326 of 16,910 | #38965 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 897 | 308 |
| Enrollment | 897 | 308 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.1% | 99% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | – |
| Math proficiency | 57% | – |
| city | Lexington | Lexington |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Davidson High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.4 vs 29.4).
- •Central Davidson High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.1% vs 99%).
- •South Lexington School does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 17.9).
- •Central Davidson High is the larger school with 897 students compared with 308.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Central Davidson High better than South Lexington School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Davidson High ranks higher (46.4 vs 29.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Central Davidson High and South Lexington School?
About 7.3 km in a straight line, between Lexington and Lexington in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Davidson High: 897. South Lexington School: 308. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Davidson High and South Lexington School rank in North Carolina?
Central Davidson High is 225th of 528 and South Lexington School is 806th of 1,457 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).