Serving 273 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Davis School For Independent Study ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davis School For Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Davis School For Independent Study's student population of 273 students has grown by 167% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Davis School For Independent Study is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80-89%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
44%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Davis School For Independent Study often compared to?
Davis School For Independent Studyis often viewed alongside schools like Da Vinci Charter Academy, Davis Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Davis School For Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Davis School For Independent Study is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Davis School For Independent Study?
273 students attend Davis School For Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Davis School For Independent Study students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Davis School For Independent Study?
Davis School For Independent Study has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Davis School For Independent Study offer ?
Davis School For Independent Study offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Davis School For Independent Study part of?
Davis School For Independent Study is part of Davis Joint Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Davis School For Independent Study located?
Davis School For Independent Study is located in the Old North Davis neighborhood of Davis, CA.
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Date
Last Day of School
June 06, 2024 (Thursday)
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