Serving 636 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Leila Davis Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Leila Davis Elementary School serves the northern part of Clearwater, FL, covering an area of approximately 5.8 square miles. Families typically live within a 5 to 10-minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 2.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leila Davis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Leila Davis Elementary School's student population of 636 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
636 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leila Davis Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leila Davis Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#621 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
63%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leila Davis Elementary School's ranking?
Leila Davis Elementary School is ranked #621 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Leila Davis Elementary School often compared to?
Leila Davis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Safety Harbor Elementary School, Mcmullen-booth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Leila Davis Elementary School?
636 students attend Leila Davis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Leila Davis Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leila Davis Elementary School?
Leila Davis Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Leila Davis Elementary School offer ?
Leila Davis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leila Davis Elementary School part of?
Leila Davis Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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