Serving 640 students in grades Kindergarten-5, George M Davis Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: George M Davis Elementary School serves the northern part of New Rochelle, NY, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.3 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 0.6 miles, while the furthest point is 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George M Davis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
George M Davis Elementary School's student population of 640 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
640 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
George M Davis Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George M Davis Elementary School is 0.72, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1635 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
30%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
17%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
40%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George M Davis Elementary School's ranking?
George M Davis Elementary School is ranked #1635 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend George M Davis Elementary School?
640 students attend George M Davis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of George M Davis Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George M Davis Elementary School?
George M Davis Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does George M Davis Elementary School offer ?
George M Davis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George M Davis Elementary School part of?
George M Davis Elementary School is part of New Rochelle City School District.
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