Serving 794 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Davis Drive Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 794 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davis Drive Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Davis Drive Elementary School's student population of 794 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
794 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Average Class Size
23 students
School Rankings
Davis Drive Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davis Drive Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#66 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)86%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
47%
5%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
3%
24%
White
41%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davis Drive Elementary School's ranking?
Davis Drive Elementary School is ranked #66 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Davis Drive Elementary School?
794 students attend Davis Drive Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Davis Drive Elementary School students are Asian, 41% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Davis Drive Elementary School?
Davis Drive Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Davis Drive Elementary School offer ?
Davis Drive Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Davis Drive Elementary School part of?
Davis Drive Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
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