Serving 398 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Davila Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Davila Elementary serves the eastern part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest boundary being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davila Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Davila Elementary School's student population of 398 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
398 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Davila Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davila Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#1372 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
97%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davila Elementary School's ranking?
Davila Elementary School is ranked #1372 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Davila Elementary School often compared to?
Davila Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lantrip Elementary School, Carrillo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Davila Elementary School?
398 students attend Davila Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Davila Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Davila Elementary School?
Davila Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Davila Elementary School offer ?
Davila Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Davila Elementary School part of?
Davila Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Davila Elementary School located?
Davila Elementary School is located in the Greater East End neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 9 other public schools located in Greater East End.
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