Davis Elementary School serves 208 students in grades 3-4.
Davis Elementary School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Davis Elementary School's student population of 208 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Davis Elementary School is ranked within the top 20% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Davis Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#181 out of 1221 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
3%
7%
White
87%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davis Elementary School's ranking?
Davis Elementary School is ranked #181 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Davis Elementary School?
208 students attend Davis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Davis Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Davis Elementary School?
Davis Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Davis Elementary School offer ?
Davis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Davis Elementary School part of?
Davis Elementary School is part of Grinnell-Newburg Community School District.
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