Excellent
#1232 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 13% in state
Davis School for Independent Study
School · Davis Joint Unified
526 B St., Davis, CA 95616
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,232 of 9,539
In Davis
#8 of 16
public schools
In district
#8 of 16
Davis Joint Unified
Equity
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Davis School for Independent Study
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About Davis School for Independent Study
Davis School for Independent Study is a public school in Davis, CA, part of Davis Joint Unified. Davis School for Independent Study serves approximately 145 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Davis School for Independent Study has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,232 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Davis School for Independent Study show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 145 students, Davis School for Independent Study is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
72% of students at Davis School for Independent Study 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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Davis School for Independent Study — Students at Davis School for Independent Study score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA 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: 7.9/10.
How Davis School for Independent Study Compares
See how Davis School for Independent Study 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
526 B St., Davis, CA 95616
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Davis School for Independent Study may also want to explore other schools in the area. Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Davis Senior High (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Davis, see our Davis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| King (Martin Luther) High (Continuation) Davis | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| ST JAMES SCHOOL Davis | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| North Davis Elementary Davis | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Davis Senior High Davis | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High Davis | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Da Vinci Charter Academy Davis | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Davis | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Robert E. Willett Elementary Davis | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Birch Lane Elementary Davis | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| PEREGRINE SCHOOL Davis | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Marguerite Montgomery Elementary Davis | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Davis Waldorf School Davis | 2.0 mi | — |
| DAVIS WALDORF SCHOOL Davis | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High Davis | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Patwin Elementary Davis | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Fred T. Korematsu Elementary at Mace Ranch Davis | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| TENDER LEARNING CARE Davis | 2.3 mi | — |
| Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Junior High Davis | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Redbud Montessori Davis | 2.8 mi | — |
| REDBUD MONTESSORI Davis | 2.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95616 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,758
Median Home Value
$856,900
Median Rent
$1,911/mo
Population
51,863
College Educated
75.3%
Homeownership
36.5%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
30.2%
Median Age
23.4
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| EAST BAY GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Emeryville, CA | 8.2 |
| LIVERMORE VALLEY ACADEMY Livermore, CA | 8.2 |
| Northern Summit Academy Shasta Anderson, CA | 8.1 |
| Yuba City Independence Academy Yuba City, CA | 8.1 |
| Kings Canyon Online Dunlap, CA | 8.3 |
| BEACON DAY SCHOOL La Palma, CA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Davis School for Independent Study
What grades does Davis School for Independent Study serve?
Davis School for Independent Study serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Davis School for Independent Study?
Davis School for Independent Study has an enrollment of approximately 145 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Davis School for Independent Study?
The student-teacher ratio at Davis School for Independent Study is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Davis School for Independent Study rank in CA?
Davis School for Independent Study ranks #1,232 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Davis School for Independent Study's MySchoolScout rating?
Davis School for Independent Study has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 School for Independent Study?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Davis School for Independent Study has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Davis School for Independent Study a charter school?
No, Davis School for Independent Study is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Davis School for Independent Study a Title I school?
No, Davis School for Independent Study is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Davis School for Independent Study?
16.6% of students at Davis School for Independent Study qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 145
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Yolo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 72.4%
- Phone
- (530) 757-5333
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80%+
Resources & Links
District
Davis Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,361
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,726
- District Rank
- #8 of 16
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