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#7443 of 9,539 schools in CA

Davis (caroline) Intermediate

Middle School · Oak Grove Elementary

5035 Edenview Dr., San Jose, CA 95111

Enrollment

535

Student-Teacher

22.3:1

Score

4.9

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#7,443 of 9,539

In San Jose

#163 of 223

public schools

In district

#14 of 18

Oak Grove Elementary

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Davis (caroline) Intermediate

4.9/10

Middle School in San Jose · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Davis (caroline) Intermediate

Davis (caroline) Intermediate is a public middle school in San Jose, CA, part of Oak Grove Elementary. Davis (caroline) Intermediate serves approximately 535 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 22.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Davis (caroline) Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,443 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Davis (caroline) Intermediate show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Davis (caroline) Intermediate sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Davis (caroline) Intermediate runs 22.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

35% of students at Davis (caroline) Intermediate 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 Progress6.0Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.6Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-14.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.2 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-18.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,311
Chronic Absenteeism35.1%

Davis (caroline) Intermediate — Students at Davis (caroline) Intermediate score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 30.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
33.7% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 40.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.8% (2024 CAASPP)

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
44%
ELA
51%
2010
Math
44%
ELA
51%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
24.7%
ELA
29.7%
2024
Math
19.7%
ELA
26%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.

How Davis (caroline) Intermediate Compares

See how Davis (caroline) Intermediate performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
22th percentile in CA
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.1%

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

5035 Edenview Dr., San Jose, CA 95111

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Davis (caroline) Intermediate may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KIPP Heritage Academy (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sylvandale Middle (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lairon College Preparatory Academy (rated 4.6/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Stipe (Samuel) Elementary San Jose 0.5 mi 5.0
Edenvale Elementary San Jose 0.6 mi 3.5
Christopher Elementary San Jose 0.9 mi 2.7
Hayes Elementary San Jose 0.9 mi 5.2
Oak Grove High San Jose 1.1 mi 6.7
Valley Christian Junior High San Jose 1.0 mi
VALLEY CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL San Jose 1.0 mi 5.1
Summit Public School: Tahoma San Jose 1.1 mi 8.3
KINSHIP ACADEMY San Jose 1.3 mi
G. W. Hellyer Elementary San Jose 1.3 mi 7.0
Voices College-Bound Language Academy San Jose 1.3 mi 2.2
Anderson (Alex) Elementary San Jose 1.4 mi 4.1
Lairon College Preparatory Academy San Jose 1.3 mi 4.6
Peach Blossom School San Jose 1.6 mi
Rocketship Spark Academy Redwood City 1.5 mi 3.8
Sylvandale Middle San Jose 1.6 mi 6.2
Del Roble Elementary San Jose 1.5 mi 7.4
Los Arboles Literacy and Technology Academy San Jose 1.6 mi 7.9
Oak Ridge Elementary San Jose 1.9 mi 7.4
KIPP Heritage Academy San Jose 1.7 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,162

Median Home Value

$826,200

Median Rent

$1,954/mo

Population

58,885

College Educated

20.2%

Homeownership

60.3%

Avg Commute

30.7 min

Poverty Rate

8.8%

Median Age

37.7

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Ronald W. Reagan Elementary Kingsburg, CA 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Davis (caroline) Intermediate

What grades does Davis (caroline) Intermediate serve?

Davis (caroline) Intermediate serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Davis (caroline) Intermediate?

Davis (caroline) Intermediate has an enrollment of approximately 535 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Davis (caroline) Intermediate?

The student-teacher ratio at Davis (caroline) Intermediate is 22.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Davis (caroline) Intermediate rank in CA?

Davis (caroline) Intermediate ranks #7,443 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Davis (caroline) Intermediate's MySchoolScout rating?

Davis (caroline) Intermediate 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 Davis (caroline) Intermediate?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Davis (caroline) Intermediate has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Davis (caroline) Intermediate a charter school?

No, Davis (caroline) Intermediate is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Davis (caroline) Intermediate a Title I school?

No, Davis (caroline) Intermediate is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Davis (caroline) Intermediate?

59.3% of students at Davis (caroline) Intermediate 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
535
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Santa Clara County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.1%

District

Oak Grove Elementary
District Enrollment
8,714
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,311
District Rank
#14 of 18

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