Serving 537 students in grades 7-8, Davis (Caroline) Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Davis (Caroline) Intermediate serves the northwest part of San Jose, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Davis (Caroline) Intermediate's student population of 537 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
537 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Rankings
Davis (Caroline) Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davis (Caroline) Intermediate is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6514 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raiders
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davis (Caroline) Intermediate's ranking?
Davis (Caroline) Intermediate is ranked #6514 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Davis (Caroline) Intermediate often compared to?
Davis (Caroline) Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Herman (Leonard) Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Davis (Caroline) Intermediate?
537 students attend Davis (Caroline) Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Davis (Caroline) Intermediate students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Davis (Caroline) Intermediate?
Davis (Caroline) Intermediate has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Davis (Caroline) Intermediate offer ?
Davis (Caroline) Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Davis (Caroline) Intermediate part of?
Davis (Caroline) Intermediate is part of Oak Grove Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Davis (Caroline) Intermediate located?
Davis (Caroline) Intermediate is located in the Davis and Roeder neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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