Central Davidson Middle vs South Lexington School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 7.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Davidson Middle
Lexington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
686 students
South Lexington School
Lexington · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
308 students
| Measure | Central Davidson Middle Lexington, North Carolina | South Lexington School Lexington, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #210 of 469 | #806 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #10792 of 15,369 | #38965 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 686 | 308 |
| Enrollment | 686 | 308 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.6% | 99% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | – |
| Math proficiency | 43% | – |
| city | Lexington | Lexington |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Davidson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.3 vs 29.4).
- •South Lexington School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99% vs 99.6%).
- •South Lexington School does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 16.7).
- •Central Davidson Middle is the larger school with 686 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.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Central Davidson Middle better than South Lexington School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Davidson Middle ranks higher (35.3 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 Middle and South Lexington School?
About 7.0 km in a straight line, between Lexington and Lexington in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Davidson Middle: 686. South Lexington School: 308. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Davidson Middle and South Lexington School rank in North Carolina?
Central Davidson Middle is 210th of 469 and South Lexington School is 806th of 1,457 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).