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#921 of 1,356 schools in AL
Nan Gray Davis Elementary School
Elementary School · Mobile County
6900 Nan Gray Davis Rd, Theodore, AL 36582
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#921 of 1,356
In Theodore
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#36 of 87
Mobile County
Academic performance
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Nan Gray Davis Elementary School
Nan Gray Davis Elementary School is a public elementary school in Theodore, AL, part of Mobile County. Nan Gray Davis Elementary School serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Nan Gray Davis Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #921 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Nan Gray Davis Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- AL avg 7.4
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Nan Gray Davis Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Nan Gray Davis Elementary School — Students at Nan Gray Davis Elementary School score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from AL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.
How Nan Gray Davis Elementary School Compares
See how Nan Gray Davis Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
6900 Nan Gray Davis Rd, Theodore, AL 36582
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nan Gray Davis Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HL Sonny Callahan School for the Deaf and Blind (rated 7.3/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Mobile), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pearl Haskew Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Irvington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ORourke Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Mobile), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Theodore, see our Theodore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Theodore High School Theodore | 0.3 mi | 2.6 |
| Katherine H Hankins Middle School Theodore | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Mary W Burroughs Elementary School Theodore | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| WC Griggs Elementary School Mobile | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Pearl Haskew Elementary Irvington | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Meadowlake Elementary Mobile | 3.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Saint Elmo Elementary School Irvington | 4.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Burns Middle School Mobile | 4.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Mobile Mental Health Center Mobile | 5.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Olive J Dodge Elementary School Mobile | 6.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Hollingers Island Elementary School Mobile | 5.7 mi | 5.7 |
| MOBILE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mobile | 6.7 mi | 6.5 |
| ST DOMINIC CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile | 6.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Kate Shepard Elementary School Mobile | 7.0 mi | 5.5 |
| HL Sonny Callahan School for the Deaf and Blind Mobile | 7.0 mi | 7.3 |
| MOBILE JUNIOR ACADEMY Mobile | 7.2 mi | — |
| COTTAGE HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, LOWER Mobile | 7.3 mi | 6.2 |
| COTTAGE HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY AT WEST CAMPUS Mobile | 7.3 mi | 7.6 |
| MONTESSORI WORLD SCHOOL Mobile | 7.4 mi | — |
| ORourke Elementary School Mobile | 7.5 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 36582 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,498
Median Home Value
$170,400
Median Rent
$916/mo
Population
23,805
College Educated
19.6%
Homeownership
79.1%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
41
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dannelly Elementary School Montgomery, AL | 5.5 |
| Dozier Elementary School Montgomery, AL | 5.5 |
| Johnson Elementary School Montgomery, AL | 5.5 |
| Kate Shepard Elementary School Mobile, AL | 5.5 |
| Adamsville Elementary School Adamsville, AL | 5.6 |
| Brighton School Brighton, AL | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nan Gray Davis Elementary School
What grades does Nan Gray Davis Elementary School serve?
Nan Gray Davis Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Nan Gray Davis Elementary School?
Nan Gray Davis Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nan Gray Davis Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Nan Gray Davis Elementary School is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nan Gray Davis Elementary School rank in AL?
Nan Gray Davis Elementary School ranks #921 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Nan Gray Davis Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Nan Gray Davis Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Nan Gray Davis Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nan Gray Davis Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Nan Gray Davis Elementary School a charter school?
No, Nan Gray Davis Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nan Gray Davis Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Nan Gray Davis Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nan Gray Davis Elementary School?
77.7% of students at Nan Gray Davis Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 479
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Mobile County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.7%
- Phone
- (251) 221-1166
Resources & Links
District
Mobile County- District Enrollment
- 50,929
- Schools in District
- 92
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,245
- District Rank
- #36 of 87
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