Serving 731 students in grades 6-12, Davidson Magnet School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 731 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davidson Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Davidson Magnet School's student population of 731 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
731 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Davidson Magnet School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davidson Magnet School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#134 out of 2168 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
45%
36%
White
41%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davidson Magnet School's ranking?
Davidson Magnet School is ranked #134 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Davidson Magnet School often compared to?
Davidson Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnson Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Davidson Magnet School?
The graduation rate of Davidson Magnet School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Davidson Magnet School?
731 students attend Davidson Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Davidson Magnet School students are Black, 41% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Davidson Magnet School?
Davidson Magnet School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Davidson Magnet School offer ?
Davidson Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Davidson Magnet School part of?
Davidson Magnet School is part of Richmond County School District.
In what neighborhood is Davidson Magnet School located?
Davidson Magnet School is located in the Downtown Augusta neighborhood of Augusta, GA.
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