Davidson Charter Academy vs South Lexington School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 5.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Davidson Charter Academy
Lexington · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
658 students
South Lexington School
Lexington · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
308 students
| Measure | Davidson Charter Academy Lexington, North Carolina | South Lexington School Lexington, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1021 of 1,457 | #806 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #42874 of 50,301 | #38965 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 658 | 308 |
| Enrollment | 658 | 308 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 99% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | – |
| Math proficiency | 22% | – |
| city | Lexington | Lexington |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Lexington School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.4 vs 23.1).
- •South Lexington School does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 16.0).
- •Davidson Charter Academy is the larger school with 658 students compared with 308.
- •Davidson Charter Academy is a charter school while South Lexington School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Davidson Charter Academy better than South Lexington School?
On the Success Index (US), South Lexington School ranks higher (29.4 vs 23.1 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 Davidson Charter Academy and South Lexington School?
About 5.5 km in a straight line, between Lexington and Lexington in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Davidson Charter Academy: 658. South Lexington School: 308. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Davidson Charter Academy and South Lexington School rank in North Carolina?
Davidson Charter Academy is 1021st of 1,457 and South Lexington School is 806th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).