Margaret Fischer Davis Elementary School serves 494 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 83%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 88%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50%
- Attendance Zone: Pleasant Grove Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district and covers approximately 57.1 square miles in Texarkana, TX. Families typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Margaret Fischer Davis Elementary School's student population of 494 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
494 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Margaret Fischer Davis Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≥50%
83%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≥50%
88%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
School Mascot
Hawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Margaret Fischer Davis Elementary School often compared to?
Margaret Fischer Davis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Lick Elementary School, Martha & Josh Morriss Math & Engineering Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 83% TX state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 88% TX state average).
How many students attend Margaret Fischer Davis Elementary School?
494 students attend Margaret Fischer Davis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Margaret Fischer Davis Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Margaret Fischer Davis Elementary School?
Margaret Fischer Davis Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Margaret Fischer Davis Elementary School offer ?
Margaret Fischer Davis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Margaret Fischer Davis Elementary School part of?
Margaret Fischer Davis Elementary School is part of Pleasant Grove Independent School District.
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