Serving 1,002 students in grades 6-8, Davidsen Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,002 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Davidsen Middle School's student population of 1,002 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,002 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Davidsen Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davidsen Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2019 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
65%
37%
Black
5%
21%
White
22%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davidsen Middle School's ranking?
Davidsen Middle School is ranked #2019 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Davidsen Middle School often compared to?
Davidsen Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farnell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Davidsen Middle School?
1,002 students attend Davidsen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Davidsen Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Davidsen Middle School?
Davidsen Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Davidsen Middle School offer ?
Davidsen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Davidsen Middle School part of?
Davidsen Middle School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Davidsen Middle School located?
Davidsen Middle School is located in the Citrus Park Community neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 8 other public schools located in Citrus Park Community.
School Calendar
View the Davidsen Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break/Non-Student Days *
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Seniors' Last Day
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (end of 2nd Semester)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
Students' First Day of School
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 12/8/2023
I came here to give this school 5 stars because I have never seen a school work so hard to make middle school kids do well academically and otherwise. My kid comes home most days happy and enthusiastic, unless he has a heavy load of homework which isn''t unreasonably often in my opinion. The assignments he gets are challenging enough and sometimes a little above what he can do, but he''s been getting better at it as the year goes on. The school is in a beautiful neighborhood with a nice campus. The kids aren''t using cell phones in school which is great. The number rating system leaves out so much important information about a school. There are hundreds of kids at this school who are doing great on the standardized tests. But, especially in middle school, when social and emotional development is so important, there is more to life than standardized tests, and this school does a great job with all those things like music, sportsmanship, holding high standards for behavior, making time for fun activities etc. There will be plenty of time to stress over tests in high school, and I know my kid will be ready when the time comes, just like his older sister who also went to Davidsen and is doing great in high school now and hopeful to go to the college of her choice.
4 11/19/2018
Great school.....except most of the teachers are super boring and talk like robots. Although some of the teachers are super nice and make class interesting. School security is also really good, and even nice. I'm thankful their there. The music departments such as chorus, band, and orchestra are also really fun and educating :)
4 3/10/2018
The new principal this year is responsive and has put some new policies into effect that must be working. This year the number of honor roll students has nearly doubled compared to last year. My 6th grader is happy and doing well in her classes. She enjoys band and is looking forward to adding dance to her schedule next year. Her teachers are effective for the most part and seem to give thoughtful assignments. The campus is fairly well maintained and easy to navigate.
2 5/17/2016
I am a student here at DMS. I am in the smartest classes and I must say that about a quarter of my class is not in the right class. The band, and art programs here are great! They have very nice teachers! There are 5 sports we play.
1st 9 weeks: Basket Ball
2nd 9 weeks: Track
3rd 9 weeks: Soccer
4th 9 weeks: Girls:Volley ball, Boys: Flag Football
At the end of each 9 weeks (exept the last) every one who got straight A's on there report card (Conduct included) recieves a T-Shirt (New design each year & New color every 9 weeks), and a breakfast. Towards the end of the year there is an awards ceremony! If you got straight A's for the first 3 nine weeks, you get a trophy. If you recieved A's & B's you recieve a medal.
Over all I think this school would be a lot better if it was just for smart people or if they actually put the Smart people in smart classes, average people in average classes, and Not-so-smart people in Not-so-smart classes.
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