Davis Drive Middle
992 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Davis Drive Middle School, located in the heart of Cary, North Carolina, is a high-performing public school serving grades 6–8 within the Wake County Public School System. Renowned for its academic rigor and strong community involvement, the school consistently ranks among the top middle schools in the state. The campus fosters a challenging learning environment that places a significant emphasis on STEM education, the arts, and the development of critical thinking skills, preparing students for success in high-level high school programs and beyond.
Beyond its academic achievements, Davis Drive Middle is known for its diverse student body and a robust extracurricular program that includes a wide array of competitive athletics, clubs, and service organizations. The school maintains a strong partnership with the local community and parent-teacher organizations, which contributes to a supportive and highly engaged campus culture. With a focus on both character development and scholastic excellence, the school serves as a cornerstone of the Cary educational landscape, dedicated to meeting the individual needs of its students in a modern, technology-integrated setting.
Beyond its academic achievements, Davis Drive Middle is known for its diverse student body and a robust extracurricular program that includes a wide array of competitive athletics, clubs, and service organizations. The school maintains a strong partnership with the local community and parent-teacher organizations, which contributes to a supportive and highly engaged campus culture. With a focus on both character development and scholastic excellence, the school serves as a cornerstone of the Cary educational landscape, dedicated to meeting the individual needs of its students in a modern, technology-integrated setting.
992
Total Students
57.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
13.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 372 |
| Hispanic | 113 |
| Black | 44 |
| Asian | 419 |
| Two or More | 36 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 7 |
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Asian419 (42.2%)
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White372 (37.5%)
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Hispanic113 (11.4%)
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Black44 (4.4%)
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Two or More36 (3.6%)
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Pacific Islander7 (0.7%)
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American Indian1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Wake County Schools |
| Phone: | (919)387-3033 |
| Website: | http://davisdrivems.wcpss.net/ |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 992 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 57.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 121 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 11 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
318
Grade 7
339
Grade 8
335
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 318 |
| Grade 7 | 339 |
| Grade 8 | 335 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 497 | 50.1% |
| Male | 495 | 49.9% |
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