Serving 651 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Davis Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Davis Elementary School's student population of 651 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
651 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Davis Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davis Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1288 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
25%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
52%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davis Elementary School's ranking?
Davis Elementary School is ranked #1288 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Davis Elementary School often compared to?
Davis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summitt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Davis Elementary School?
651 students attend Davis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Davis Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Davis Elementary School?
Davis Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Davis Elementary School offer ?
Davis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Davis Elementary School part of?
Davis Elementary School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Davis Elementary School located?
Davis Elementary School is located in the North Austin neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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