Serving 366 students in grades 5-8, Davis Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Davis Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Hillsdale, MI school district, covering approximately 70.2 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 8.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Davis Middle School's student population of 366 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
366 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Davis Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davis Middle School is 0.19, 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
#1594 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Hispanic
5%
9%
White
90%
63%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davis Middle School's ranking?
Davis Middle School is ranked #1594 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Davis Middle School often compared to?
Davis Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gier Elementary School, Will Carleton Charter School Academy, Hillsdale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Davis Middle School?
366 students attend Davis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Davis Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Davis Middle School?
Davis Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Davis Middle School offer ?
Davis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Davis Middle School part of?
Davis Middle School is part of Hillsdale Community Schools.
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