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#273 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 14% in state

Davis Bilingual Magnet School

Elementary School · Tucson Unified District (4403)

500 W SAINT MARYS RD, Tucson, AZ 85701

Enrollment

304

Student-Teacher

17.9:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#273 of 2,006

In Tucson

#24 of 257

public schools

In district

#7 of 86

Tucson Unified District (4403)

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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8.3/10

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About Davis Bilingual Magnet School

Davis Bilingual Magnet School is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Tucson Unified District (4403). Davis Bilingual Magnet School serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Davis Bilingual Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #273 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Davis Bilingual Magnet School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.1 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.2
  • AZ avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,783
Chronic Absenteeism12.5%

Davis Bilingual Magnet School — Students at Davis Bilingual Magnet School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 58.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
42%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Davis Bilingual Magnet School Compares

See how Davis Bilingual Magnet School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
86th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

500 W SAINT MARYS RD, Tucson, AZ 85701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Davis Bilingual Magnet School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Manzo Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Roskruge Bilingual Magnet Middle School (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
INTERMOUNTAIN ACADEMY Tucson 0.4 mi 7.4
Mexicayotl Academy Tucson 0.5 mi 6.5
Pima County Schools Superintendent's Diploma Program Tucson 0.6 mi 3.0
Nosotros Academy Tucson 0.5 mi 5.0
City High School Tucson 0.6 mi 7.2
Paulo Freire Freedom School - Downtown Tucson 0.6 mi 6.5
Pima County JTED - Pima Community College Tucson 0.7 mi
Paulo Freire Freedom School - University Tucson 0.8 mi 4.8
Pima Partnership School The Tucson 0.9 mi 5.7
Pima Partnership Academy Tucson 0.9 mi 6.5
ASDB - Tucson Campus Tucson 0.9 mi 6.1
ASDB - ELP Tucson Campus Preschool Tucson 0.9 mi
Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School Tucson 1.0 mi 9.2
Manzo Elementary School Tucson 0.9 mi 7.2
Roskruge Bilingual Magnet Middle School Tucson 0.9 mi 6.6
FIRST SOUTHERN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tucson 1.0 mi 5.4
Safford K-8 School Tucson 1.0 mi 3.4
PCJTED - Tucson High School Tucson 1.0 mi
Tucson Magnet High School Tucson 1.0 mi 6.2
Alternative Computerized Education (ACE) Charter High School Tucson 1.2 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,672

Median Home Value

$451,500

Median Rent

$1,183/mo

Population

5,169

College Educated

56.8%

Homeownership

25.1%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

23.9%

Median Age

39.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Davis Bilingual Magnet School

What grades does Davis Bilingual Magnet School serve?

Davis Bilingual Magnet School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Davis Bilingual Magnet School?

Davis Bilingual Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Davis Bilingual Magnet School?

The student-teacher ratio at Davis Bilingual Magnet School is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Davis Bilingual Magnet School rank in AZ?

Davis Bilingual Magnet School ranks #273 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Davis Bilingual Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?

Davis Bilingual Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Davis Bilingual Magnet School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Davis Bilingual Magnet School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Davis Bilingual Magnet School a charter school?

No, Davis Bilingual Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Davis Bilingual Magnet School a Title I school?

No, Davis Bilingual Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
58 Good Transit
Bike Score
100 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

District

Tucson Unified District (4403)
District Enrollment
40,929
Schools in District
90
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,783
District Rank
#7 of 86

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