Serving 370 students in grades 1-4, Davenport Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davenport Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Davenport Elementary School's student population of 370 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Davenport Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davenport Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2313 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
65%
15%
Black
26%
14%
White
2%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davenport Elementary School's ranking?
Davenport Elementary School is ranked #2313 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Davenport Elementary School often compared to?
Davenport Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cole Manor Elementary School, Hancock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Davenport Elementary School?
370 students attend Davenport Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Davenport Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Davenport Elementary School?
Davenport Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Davenport Elementary School offer ?
Davenport Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4
What school district is Davenport Elementary School part of?
Davenport Elementary School is part of Norristown Area School District.
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