Serving 704 students in grades 2-3, Della Davidson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Della Davidson Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Oxford, MS school district and encompasses approximately 86.4 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 10-15 minutes and the furthest edge of the zone located 12.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Della Davidson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Della Davidson Elementary School's student population of 704 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
704 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Della Davidson Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Della Davidson Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#107 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Della Davidson Elementary School's ranking?
Della Davidson Elementary School is ranked #107 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Della Davidson Elementary School?
704 students attend Della Davidson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Della Davidson Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Della Davidson Elementary School?
Della Davidson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Della Davidson Elementary School offer ?
Della Davidson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Della Davidson Elementary School part of?
Della Davidson Elementary School is part of Oxford School District.
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