For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,757 students in 28036, NC (there are , serving 624 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 28036, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 28036, NC are Community School Of Davidson and Davidson K-8 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28036 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28036, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28036, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Community School Of Davidson
Charter School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
404 Armour Street
Davidson, NC 28036
(704) 897-8061
Davidson, NC 28036
(704) 897-8061
Gr: K-12 | 1,572 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Davidson K-8 School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
635 South St
Davidson, NC 28036
(980) 343-3900
Davidson, NC 28036
(980) 343-3900
Gr: K-8 | 1,185 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
28036, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28036, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28036, NC include Community School Of Davidson and Davidson K-8 School.
How many public schools are located in 28036?
2 public schools are located in 28036.
What percentage of students in 28036 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 28036 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28036?
28036 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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