Serving 413 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Wallace R. Davis Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wallace R. Davis Elementary School's student population of 413 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Motto
We are excited for all of our students, their families and our staff members as we work to do better and be better every day!
School Rankings
Wallace R. Davis Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wallace R. Davis Elementary School is 0.04, which is less 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
#5191 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
98%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wallace R. Davis Elementary School's ranking?
Wallace R. Davis Elementary School is ranked #5191 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Wallace R. Davis Elementary School often compared to?
Wallace R. Davis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palisades Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School, Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary 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 34% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Wallace R. Davis Elementary School?
413 students attend Wallace R. Davis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Wallace R. Davis Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wallace R. Davis Elementary School?
Wallace R. Davis Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wallace R. Davis Elementary School offer ?
Wallace R. Davis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Wallace R. Davis Elementary School part of?
Wallace R. Davis Elementary School is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Wallace R. Davis Elementary School located?
Wallace R. Davis Elementary School is located in the French Court neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA.
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