Serving 566 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Davidson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Davidson Elementary serves the southwest part of Kansas City, MO, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Davidson Elementary School's student population of 566 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
566 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1952
School Motto
Relentless Champions for All Students
School Rankings
Davidson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davidson Elementary School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1172 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
19%
9%
Black
21%
15%
White
33%
67%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(20-21) âš COVID-19 impactedn/a
11.4%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davidson Elementary School's ranking?
Davidson Elementary School is ranked #1172 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Davidson Elementary School?
566 students attend Davidson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Davidson Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Davidson Elementary School?
Davidson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Davidson Elementary School offer ?
Davidson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Davidson Elementary School part of?
Davidson Elementary School is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
In what neighborhood is Davidson Elementary School located?
Davidson Elementary School is located in the Highland Gardens neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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