Serving 417 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wallace R. Davis Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wallace R. Davis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wallace R. Davis Elementary School's student population of 417 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wallace R. Davis Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wallace R. Davis Elementary School is 0.00, which is less 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
#6063 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
100%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wallace R. Davis Elementary School's ranking?
Wallace R. Davis Elementary School is ranked #6063 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Wallace R. Davis Elementary School often compared to?
Wallace R. Davis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palisades Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Wallace R. Davis Elementary School?
417 students attend Wallace R. Davis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Wallace R. Davis Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wallace R. Davis Elementary School?
Wallace R. Davis Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Wallace R. Davis Elementary School offer ?
Wallace R. Davis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wallace R. Davis Elementary School part of?
Wallace R. Davis Elementary School is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Wallace R. Davis Elementary School located?
Wallace R. Davis Elementary School is located in the French Court neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of Instruction for 2024-25 School Year
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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