Serving 163 students in grades 5-12, Davidson Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davidson Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Davidson Academy's student population of 163 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 72% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
163 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Davidson Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davidson Academy is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1 out of 692 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
48%
6%
Hispanic
4%
44%
Black
1%
12%
White
29%
28%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
16%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davidson Academy's ranking?
Davidson Academy is ranked #1 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Davidson Academy?
The graduation rate of Davidson Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Davidson Academy?
163 students attend Davidson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Davidson Academy students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Davidson Academy?
Davidson Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Davidson Academy offer ?
Davidson Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Davidson Academy part of?
Davidson Academy is part of Davidson Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Davidson Academy located?
Davidson Academy is located in the West University neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 7 other public schools located in West University.
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