Serving 370 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Davidson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davidson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Davidson Elementary School's student population of 370 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Davidson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davidson Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1047 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
15%
8%
Black
17%
15%
White
43%
69%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #1047 out of 2,092 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Davidson Elementary School?
370 students attend Davidson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Davidson Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% 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 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Davidson Elementary School offer ?
Davidson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
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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