Serving 518 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Maude B. Davis Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maude B. Davis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Maude B. Davis Elementary School's student population of 518 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maude B. Davis Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maude B. Davis Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#452 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
29%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
46%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maude B. Davis Elementary School's ranking?
Maude B. Davis Elementary School is ranked #452 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Maude B. Davis Elementary School often compared to?
Maude B. Davis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tustin Memorial Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Maude B. Davis Elementary School?
518 students attend Maude B. Davis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Maude B. Davis Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maude B. Davis Elementary School?
Maude B. Davis Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Maude B. Davis Elementary School offer ?
Maude B. Davis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Maude B. Davis Elementary School part of?
Maude B. Davis Elementary School is part of Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Maude B. Davis Elementary School located?
Maude B. Davis Elementary School is located in the Mesa Del Mar neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Mesa Del Mar.
School Reviews
3 3/2/2019
Amazing and awesome school. So many opportunities at the school with the music program, robotics, technology, arts, and more. The Davis community is strong and active at the school with numerous events and activities for students and families.
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