A.C. Davis High School is a high school in Yakima, Washington, serving students in grades 9-12. It is part of the Yakima School District and has approximately 2,600 students.
Serving 2,218 students in grades 9-12, Davis High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,218 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davis High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Davis High School's student population of 2,218 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Year Founded
1884
School Rankings
Davis High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davis High School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1507 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
89%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
8%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pirates
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davis High School's ranking?
Davis High School is ranked #1507 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Davis High School often compared to?
Davis High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Davis High School?
The graduation rate of Davis High School is 87%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Davis High School?
2,218 students attend Davis High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Davis High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Davis High School?
Davis High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Davis High School offer ?
Davis High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Davis High School part of?
Davis High School is part of Yakima School District.
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