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Davidson Day School

750 Jetton Street, Davidson, NC, 28036-0280 -

School Notes Overview:

Davidson Day is a Pre-K through 12th grade college preparatory school located in Davidson, North Carolina, a college town with a rich tradition of educational excellence. If you’re looking for strong academics in small, personal classes, you’ll find it here –- and much more. We provide outstanding arts and sports programs, and we emphasize character and community service to help prepare children for the challenges of college and life beyond. Founded in 1999, our school holds dual accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS). Just think what your children and your family could accomplish here.individualized learning plans tailored for each child, and a warm, nurturing environment. This unique combination ensures its college prep curriculum prepares students for college and for life in the most child-centered way. We firmly believe that in education, one size does not fit all and we deliver our education according to this philosophy. ...

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School Overview:

	Davidson Day School
School Membership(s)	Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) State or regional independent school association
Religious Affiliation	Nonsectarian
Grades Offered	Grades Prekindergarten - 12
Year Founded	1999
County	Mecklenburg County, NC
Student Body
Total Students	332 students
Student Body Type	Co-ed
	This School	(NC) School Avg.
% Students of Color	12%	18%
Students by Grade
	Pre-K - 18 students
	Kind - 33 students
	Grade 1 - 24 students
	Grade 2 - 21 students
	Grade 3 - 24 students
	Grade 4 - 31 students
	Grade 5 - 15 students
	Grade 6 - 15 students
	Grade 7 - 13 students
	Grade 8 - 16 students
	Grade 9 - 16 students
	Grade 10 - 31 students
	Grade 11 - 13 students
	Unspecified Grade Placement - 62 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	65 teachers
Average Class Size	12
Number of AP Courses	3
	This School	(NC) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:9	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	178 days	180 days
Hours in School Day for Students	7 hours	6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline	None / Rolling
% on Financial Aid	5%
Average Financial Aid Grant	$3,400
Head of School	Bonnie Cotter
Admissions Director	Anne Buechler
Sport
Total Sports Offered	10
	Sports
	Basketball	Cheering
	Cross Country	Golf
	Lacrosse	Soccer
	Tennis	Track and Field
	Volley Ball	Wrestling
Extracurricular
Total Extracurricular Organizations	2
	Extracurriculars
	Film Club	Student Government Association

School Notes:

Davidson Day is a Pre-K through 12th grade college preparatory school located in Davidson, North Carolina, a college town with a rich tradition of educational excellence. If you’re looking for strong academics in small, personal classes, you’ll find it here –- and much more. We provide outstanding arts and sports programs, and we emphasize character and community service to help prepare children for the challenges of college and life beyond. Founded in 1999, our school holds dual accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS). Just think what your children and your family could accomplish here.individualized learning plans tailored for each child, and a warm, nurturing environment. This unique combination ensures its college prep curriculum prepares students for college and for life in the most child-centered way. We firmly believe that in education, one size does not fit all and we deliver our education according to this philosophy.
Profile last updated: 12/10/2008

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School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (28036)	School Zip (28036)	(NC) State Average
Population (Approximate)	10,178 people	8,047,333 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	57%	24%
Population Average Age	34 years old	35 years old
Average Household size	2.6 persons	2.3 persons
Median Household Income	$70,215	$43,285
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	6.2 rooms	5.4 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	21 years old	31 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	82% / 18%	65% / 35%