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Davidson Early College High School

#1 in Best Public High Schools in Davidson County
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Magnet
  • 9-12
  • Lexington, NC
  • 73 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A-
    2. Diversity
      B
    3. Teachers
      A-
    4. College Prep
      A-
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B-
    6. Health & Safety
      A+
    7. Administration
      A
    8. Sports
      NG
    9. Food
      A+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B+
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    Davidson Early College High School is a highly rated, public, magnet school located in Lexington, NC. It has 105 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 23 to 1. According to state test scores, 75% of students are at least proficient in math and 85% in reading.
    Address
    297 DCCC Road
    Lexington, NC 27295
    Telephone
    (336) 242-5686
    Website
    davidson.k12.nc.us/education/school/school.php?sectionid=12
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    Davidson Early College High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    85%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    75%
    Average Graduation Rate
    90%
    Average SAT
    1200
    10 responses
    Average ACT
    27
    18 responses
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    Living in the Area
    B
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B+
    2. Good for Families
      B
    3. Housing
      B-
    Median Household Income
    $35,762
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $636
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $122,600
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A+
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    91%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.11 responses
    Poll
    73%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.11 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 26 responses
    Report
    • Fall fest
      31%
    • Spring fling
      27%
    • Prom
      19%
    • Spirit Week
      19%
    • Community service, and more
      4%

    Students

    Diversity
    B
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    105
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    47%
    70%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.10 responses
    80%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.10 responses
    0%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.10 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    23:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $42,012
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    0%
    85%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.13 responses
    92%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.13 responses
    92%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.13 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $8,183/ year
    National
    $12,239
    50%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.10 responses
    50%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.10 responses
    70%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.10 responses
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    Davidson Early College High School Reviews

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    This school is an excellent opportunity and I would recommend it to anybody. First, the staff is super friendly and very engaged and helpful in the classroom. Secondly, the support system on the Davidson County Community College campus is awesome, with its free tutoring both online and in-person for any college courses. Lastly, the most amazing part of going to this school is how much money it saves you in your academic career, since textbooks and courses are paid for by the school.
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    Davidson Early College High School as a whole is a very good school. The studies are rigorous and while they do require effort on the part of the student the staff readily supports those who seek help. There are a many resources available for those who look around and ask. In regards to the food there are many options and most of them are very good, and during lunch there are many different places to go to eat. There are a fairly wide variety of academic clubs but in regards to music and art it is rather lacking with only a few available at the college level. There are only a few sports at the college level, and no band, or theatre programs to speak of. However, the staff, facility, and education more than makes up for these shortcomings, and overall DECHS is a pretty excellent school.
    The amount of freedom at DECHS is incredible. The teachers care about their students and students are somewhat guided through the college classes they're taking; but don't be fooled, your hand definitely isn't going to be held, you have to do most things on your own. DECHS isn't for everyone; there's no room for procrastinating, you have to be responsible and diligent. I believe DECHS has helped me prepare for college, but I would like to see a better safety system in place, because students are all over the place; you can't keep them confined like you can at a typical high school.