Serving 977 students in grades 7-9, South Davis Jr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 977 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Davis Jr High School's student population of 977 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
977 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
South Davis Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Davis Jr High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#665 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)31%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)37%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)43%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
2%
1%
White
72%
71%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Davis Jr High School's ranking?
South Davis Jr High School is ranked #665 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are South Davis Jr High School often compared to?
South Davis Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mueller Park Jr High School, Millcreek Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend South Davis Jr High School?
977 students attend South Davis Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of South Davis Jr High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Davis Jr High School?
South Davis Jr High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does South Davis Jr High School offer ?
South Davis Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is South Davis Jr High School part of?
South Davis Jr High School is part of Davis School District.
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