Davison High School is a public secondary school in Davison, Michigan, United States. It serves grades 9-12 for Davison Community Schools. Notable alumni include filmmaker Michael Moore, Olympian Ken Morrow, and NHL goaltender Tim Thomas.
Serving 1,623 students in grades 9-12, Davison 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 35% (which is equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,623 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Davison High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Davison, MI, covering approximately 61.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Davison High School's student population of 1,623 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,623 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Davison 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 Davison High School is 0.34, 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
#982 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davison High School's ranking?
Davison High School is ranked #982 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Davison High School often compared to?
Davison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kearsley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Davison High School?
The graduation rate of Davison High School is 97%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Davison High School?
1,623 students attend Davison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Davison High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Davison High School?
Davison High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Davison High School offer ?
Davison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Davison High School part of?
Davison High School is part of Davison Community Schools.
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