Serving 1,061 students in grades 7-9, Davis Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 1,061 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Davis Junior High School serves the southern part of Sterling Heights, MI, covering an attendance area of approximately 8.5 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Davis Junior High School's student population of 1,061 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,061 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Davis Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davis Junior High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1239 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davis Junior High School's ranking?
Davis Junior High School is ranked #1239 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Davis Junior High School often compared to?
Davis Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bemis Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Davis Junior High School?
1,061 students attend Davis Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Davis Junior High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Davis Junior High School?
Davis Junior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Davis Junior High School offer ?
Davis Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Davis Junior High School part of?
Davis Junior High School is part of Utica Community Schools.
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