Serving 428 students in grades 6-8, Davis Middle School 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%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Math Proficiency: 13%
- Reading Proficiency: 24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davis Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Davis Middle School's student population of 428 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Davis Middle School is 0.18, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)13%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)24%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Davis Middle School?
428 students attend Davis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Davis Middle School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Davis Middle School?
Davis Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Davis Middle School offer ?
Davis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Davis Middle School part of?
Davis Middle School is part of Compton Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 9/16/2010
Great school! All teachers are talented and care about the students education. They know that we are going to college!
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