Serving 377 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Davis Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: South Davis Elementary School serves the northwest part of Orchard Park, NY, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Davis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
South Davis Elementary School's student population of 377 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
377 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
South Davis Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Davis Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#867 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Davis Elementary School's ranking?
South Davis Elementary School is ranked #867 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are South Davis Elementary School often compared to?
South Davis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ellicott Road Elementary School, Eggert Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend South Davis Elementary School?
377 students attend South Davis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of South Davis Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Davis Elementary School?
South Davis Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Davis Elementary School offer ?
South Davis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Davis Elementary School part of?
South Davis Elementary School is part of Orchard Park Central School District.
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