Central Davidson High vs Southwood Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 4.3 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
Southwood Elementary
Lexington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
616 students
| Measure | Central Davidson High Lexington, North Carolina | Southwood Elementary Lexington, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #225 of 528 | #950 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #9326 of 16,910 | #41611 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 897 | 616 |
| Enrollment | 897 | 616 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.1% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 37% |
| city | Lexington | Lexington |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Davidson High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.4 vs 25.2).
- •Central Davidson High does better on math proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •Central Davidson High does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 34%).
- •Central Davidson High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.1% vs 99.5%).
- •Southwood Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 17.9).
- •Central Davidson High is the larger school with 897 students compared with 616.
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 Southwood Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Central Davidson High ranks higher (46.4 vs 25.2 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 Southwood Elementary?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Lexington and Lexington in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Davidson High: 897. Southwood Elementary: 616. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Davidson High and Southwood Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Central Davidson High is 225th of 528 and Southwood Elementary is 950th of 1,457 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).