Grace M. Davis High School, commonly referred to as Davis High School, is a public high school located in Modesto, California, United States. Established in 1961, the school serves students in grades 9-12. Davis High was recognized as a California Distinguished School in 2005.
Serving 2,022 students in grades 9-12, Grace M. Davis High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,022 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grace M. Davis High School's student population of 2,022 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,022 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
Green, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grace M. Davis High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grace M. Davis High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7964 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
63%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartan
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grace M. Davis High School's ranking?
Grace M. Davis High School is ranked #7964 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Grace M. Davis High School often compared to?
Grace M. Davis High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Modesto High School, James C. Enochs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grace M. Davis High School?
The graduation rate of Grace M. Davis High School is 85%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Grace M. Davis High School?
2,022 students attend Grace M. Davis High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Grace M. Davis High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grace M. Davis High School?
Grace M. Davis High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Grace M. Davis High School offer ?
Grace M. Davis High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Grace M. Davis High School part of?
Grace M. Davis High School is part of Modesto City High School District.
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