Davis Drive Elementary

2151 DAVIS DR CARY NC 27519

Top 25% School in North Carolina

Ranked 92 of 196 in North Carolina

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About Davis Drive Elementary

Davis Drive Elementary School is considered one of the highest-performing Elementary Schools in North Carolina and a National Blue Ribbon School. The school has remarkable proficiency rates, including reading and math rates at over 85%, and rates above 90% in science. With approximately 820 students and a teacher-student ratio of 14:1, Davis Drive Elementary School is able to provide individualized attention and strong academic support to students. The school is committed to literacy intervention work, teaching with data, and creating a space for all learners. Davis Drive has a diverse student population, consisting of nearly 50% Asian students, which contributes positively to the school community. Families have come to trust Davis Drive for its well-known academic excellence, highly-teaching faculty, and overall support system for students. Davis Drive ranks as one of the best Elementary Schools in North Carolina.

Contact Information

Address

2151 DAVIS DR CARY NC 27519

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Phone

(919) 387-2130

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 51%
Reading 51%
State average proficiency is 51% in Math and 51% in Reading.
58
Full-time Teachers
825
Total Students
$50804
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 92 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Davis Drive Elementary

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

92

of 196 in North Carolina

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 40.8%
Asian 48%
Hispanic 6.7%
Black 3.2%
Two+ Races 1.2%
Native Am. 0.1%
White
40.8%
Asian
48%
Hispanic
6.7%
Black
3.2%
Two+ Races
1.2%
Native Am.
0.1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 825
49.8%
411 Female
50.2%
414 Male

Student Population

825 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 12.3786 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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FAQ

Q1: How do I know if Davis Drive Elementary is the right school for my kid?

A: Look at their school programs, what they offer outside of education - STEM stuff, quality of instructors, and the environment. Check the school out and talk to the people there to get an idea.

Q2: What do I need to enroll my kid into Davis Drive Elementary?

A: A birth certificate, proof of residency, shot records, and any paperwork from their previous school, if applicable. It is advisable to enroll early to guarantee a spot.

Q3: Does Davis Drive Elementary have STEM programming?

A: Yes, they support STEM and the programming is integrated into the learning. They will participate in hands-on activities, science-based activities, coding, and building projects which will engage them toward enhanced thought processes and problem solving.

Q4: Can my kid stay before or after class?

A: Yes, they offer before and after school programs. They have after school programs which help with homework, participate in safe and fun activities, and allow the kids to stay longer if parents require this.

Q5: What can kids do besides regular classes?

A: Kids can join arts, music, sports, and clubs for school stuff. This helps them be creative, work together, and be leaders. It makes school more fun and helps them learn more.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

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