Davis Junior High School serves 761 students in grades 7-9.
Davis Junior High School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is equal to the Michigan state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 761 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Davis Junior High School's student population of 761 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
761 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Davis Junior High School is ranked within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Davis Junior High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1132 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
76%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #1132 out of 2,925 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Davis Junior High School?
761 students attend Davis Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Davis Junior High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Davis Junior High School?
Davis Junior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Davis Junior High School offer ?
Davis Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Davis Junior High School part of?
Davis Junior High School is part of Utica Community Schools School District.
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