There were 5,975 students enrolled in Davie County schools in the 2023-24 school year, 17% more than the previous year, according to the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.
Davie County High School registered the highest enrollment among Davie County’s 13 schools in the 2023-24 school year, welcoming 1,760 students.
Despite steady enrollment, North Carolina schools continue to face significant funding challenges. The state’s per-student spending remains nearly $5,000 below the national average, limiting resources for teachers, classrooms, and student support programs. In fact, North Carolina ranks 48th out of 50 states in per-student funding (after adjusting for regional costs).
Staffing shortages have also become a growing concern, with teacher turnover rising to 11.5% in the most recent school year. Low salaries and high workloads make it difficult to retain experienced educators, potentially increasing class sizes and affecting learning quality.
| School name | Total Enrollment in 2022-23 | Total Enrollment in 2023-24 | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davie County High School | 1,712 | 1,760 | 2.8% |
| Mocksville Elementary School | 527 | 524 | -0.6% |
| South Davie Middle School | 534 | 507 | -5.1% |
| William Ellis Middle School | 452 | 474 | 4.9% |
| Shady Grove Elementary School | 484 | 466 | -3.7% |
| Pinebrook Elementary School | 445 | 451 | 1.3% |
| Cooleemee Elementary School | – | 442 | – |
| North Davie Middle School | 436 | 418 | -4.1% |
| Cornatzer Elementary School | – | 376 | – |
| William R. Davie Elementary School | 358 | 367 | 2.5% |
| Davie County Early College High | 125 | 138 | 10.4% |
| Davie County Virtual School | 34 | 38 | 11.8% |
| Central Davie Academy | – | 14 | – |
