Serving 229 students in grades 5-12, Davidson Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davidson Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Davidson Academy's student population of 229 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
229 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Davidson Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davidson Academy is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1 out of 684 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
43%
5%
Hispanic
6%
44%
Black
2%
12%
White
37%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davidson Academy's ranking?
Davidson Academy is ranked #1 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Davidson Academy?
The graduation rate of Davidson Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend Davidson Academy?
229 students attend Davidson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Davidson Academy students are Asian, 37% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Davidson Academy offer ?
Davidson Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Davidson Academy part of?
Davidson Academy is part of Davidson Academy School District.
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