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#1537 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Homer Davis Elementary School

Elementary School · Flowing Wells Unified District (4405)

4250 N ROMERO RD, Tucson, AZ 85705

Enrollment

380

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,537 of 2,006

In Tucson

#190 of 257

public schools

In district

#9 of 11

Flowing Wells Unified District (4405)

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Homer Davis Elementary School

4.9/10

Elementary School in Tucson · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.5/10

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Pima County Jted - Flowing Wells

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About Homer Davis Elementary School

Homer Davis Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Flowing Wells Unified District (4405). Homer Davis Elementary School serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Homer Davis Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,537 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Homer Davis Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

47% of students at Homer 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,617
Chronic Absenteeism46.8%

Homer Davis Elementary School — Students at Homer Davis Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 41.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.6% (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
63%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
65%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
35%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
20%
ELA
24%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Homer Davis Elementary School Compares

See how Homer Davis Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
23th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.8%

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

4250 N ROMERO RD, Tucson, AZ 85705

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Homer Davis Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lulu Walker School (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Centennial Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Carden of Tucson (rated 6.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Centennial Elementary School Tucson 0.7 mi 7.5
Pima County JTED - Flowing Wells Tucson 0.8 mi
Flowing Wells High School Tucson 0.8 mi 7.0
Flowing Wells Junior High School Tucson 0.7 mi 5.8
Emily Meschter Early Learning Center Tucson 0.7 mi 5.3
Academy of Math and Science Tucson 0.9 mi 6.2
Lulu Walker School Tucson 1.2 mi 8.2
Douglas Elementary School Tucson 1.3 mi 4.2
Academy Del Sol Tucson 1.1 mi 2.4
La Cima Middle School Tucson 1.8 mi 4.9
Sonoran Science Academy - Tucson Tucson 1.8 mi 6.7
Sonoran Virtual Academy Tucson 1.8 mi 4.2
Carden of Tucson Tucson 1.8 mi 6.2
Envision High School Tucson 1.7 mi 6.4
Laguna Elementary School Tucson 1.9 mi 4.7
Amphitheater High School Tucson 1.9 mi 4.7
Desert Rose Academy Charter School Tucson 2.0 mi 3.7
L M Prince School Tucson 2.0 mi 4.7
Tucson Preparatory School Tucson 2.0 mi 5.6
E C Nash School Tucson 2.4 mi 3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,606

Median Home Value

$113,700

Median Rent

$924/mo

Population

54,853

College Educated

20.1%

Homeownership

46%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

29.1%

Median Age

34.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Homer Davis Elementary School

What grades does Homer Davis Elementary School serve?

Homer Davis Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Homer Davis Elementary School?

Homer Davis Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Homer Davis Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Homer Davis Elementary School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Homer Davis Elementary School rank in AZ?

Homer Davis Elementary School ranks #1,537 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Homer Davis Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Homer Davis Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Homer Davis Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Homer Davis Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Homer Davis Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Homer Davis Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Homer Davis Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.8%

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