Serving 711 students in grades 3-4, Della Davidson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- 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
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Della Davidson Elementary School's student population of 711 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
Total Students
711 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Della Davidson Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 805 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 more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#81 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
1%
Hispanic
6%
4%
Black
33%
47%
White
51%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #81 out of 805 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?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Della Davidson Elementary School?
711 students attend Della Davidson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Della Davidson Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 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 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Della Davidson Elementary School offer ?
Della Davidson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4
What school district is Della Davidson Elementary School part of?
Della Davidson Elementary School is part of Oxford School District.
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