Davidson Day School is located at exit 30, off I-77, close to the Lake Norman area as well as Charlotte.
Our mission is to foster academic excellence through collaboration, creativity, and character development, and these elements are woven into everything we do.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked NC School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Acceptance rate: 62%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 15 / Mar. 15 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Davidson Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Learning & Enrichment Center available to all students
Year Founded
1999
Colors
Red, Navy Blue
Campus Size
15 acres
Student Body
Total Students
572 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
63%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
23 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP BiologyAP Calculus AB
AP ChemistryAP English Language
AP Physics BAP Psychology
AP U.S. History
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniform from 3 yrs-8th grade; dress code for 9th-12th grade
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 15 / Mar. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Tuition Notes
Early Childhood tuition is different from K-12. Please see web site for details.
% on Financial Aid
18%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$5,000
Acceptance Rate
62%
National avg.: 81%
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Trent Brown
Admissions Associate
Lauren Rutter
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
17 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Art ClubBattle of the Books
Chess ClubCommunity Service Club
Creative Writing ClubDebate Club
Environmental ClubFilm Club
Guitar ClubHonor Council
Math OlympiadOutdoors Club
Photography ClubScience Club
Student Ambassador ProgramStudent Government Association
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Rowing
School Notes
- School Motto: Fostering academic excellence through collaboration, creativity, and character development.
- School Mascot: Patriots
- Meaningful connections.Our faculty, staff, and coaches build genuine relationships with students in their care, seeking to understand how they think, feel, and learn.
- A secure, supportive learning environment.We prioritize physical, emotional, and intellectual safety in every academic and social environment.
- Enriching experiences.We cultivate curious, well-rounded students. Our academic and extracurricular programs help students discover and explore their interests.
- Integrity.We have high standards for honorable and respectful behavior. We expect our community members to be compassionate and contribute to the well-being of others.
If our mission and values speak to you as a parent, we encourage you to visit and learn more. Discover why more families are partnering with Davidson Day School to prepare their children for college and life.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Davidson Day School cost?
Davidson Day School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Davidson Day School?
The acceptance rate of Davidson Day School is 62%, which is lower than the national average of 80%. Davidson Day School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in North Carolina with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Davidson Day School offer?
Davidson Day School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Davidson Day School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for most sports offered.
What is Davidson Day School's ranking?
Davidson Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Davidson Day School?
The application deadline for Davidson Day School is Feb. 15 / Mar. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 15 / Mar. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
School Calendar
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Event
Date
NCISAA First Day of Spring Sports
February 09, 2026 (Monday)
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