Serving 728 students in grades 7-9, Davis Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is equal to the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 728 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Davis Junior High School's student population of 728 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
728 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Davis Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davis Junior High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1392 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
78%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davis Junior High School's ranking?
Davis Junior High School is ranked #1392 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Davis Junior High School often compared to?
Davis Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bemis Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Davis Junior High School?
728 students attend Davis Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Davis Junior High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Davis Junior High School?
Davis Junior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Davis Junior High School offer ?
Davis Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Davis Junior High School part of?
Davis Junior High School is part of Utica Community Schools School District.
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