Excellent
#945 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 10% in state
Davis Senior High
High School · Davis Joint Unified
315 West 14th St., Davis, CA 95616
Enrollment
1,789
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
8.4
Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
1,789
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
8.4
Grades
10th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#945 of 9,539
In Davis
#3 of 16
public schools
In district
#3 of 16
Davis Joint Unified
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Davis Senior High
Davis Senior High is a public high school in Davis, CA, part of Davis Joint Unified. Davis Senior High serves approximately 1,789 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 22.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Davis Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #945 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Davis Senior High show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Davis Senior High runs 22.1:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Davis Senior High — Students at Davis Senior High score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 8.3/10.
How Davis Senior High Compares
See how Davis Senior High 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
315 West 14th St., Davis, CA 95616
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Davis Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Da Vinci Charter Academy (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, King (Martin Luther) High (Continuation) (rated 5.6/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Davis, see our Davis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JAMES SCHOOL Davis | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| North Davis Elementary Davis | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Davis | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| King (Martin Luther) High (Continuation) Davis | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Davis School for Independent Study Davis | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High Davis | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Robert E. Willett Elementary Davis | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Da Vinci Charter Academy Davis | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Davis Waldorf School Davis | 1.3 mi | — |
| DAVIS WALDORF SCHOOL Davis | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Birch Lane Elementary Davis | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High Davis | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Patwin Elementary Davis | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| PEREGRINE SCHOOL Davis | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| TENDER LEARNING CARE Davis | 1.9 mi | — |
| Marguerite Montgomery Elementary Davis | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Fred T. Korematsu Elementary at Mace Ranch Davis | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Redbud Montessori Davis | 2.6 mi | — |
| REDBUD MONTESSORI Davis | 2.7 mi | — |
| Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Junior High Davis | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cerritos High Cerritos, CA | 8.4 |
| Edison High Huntington Beach, CA | 8.4 |
| Gahr (Richard) High Cerritos, CA | 8.4 |
| Galileo High San Francisco, CA | 8.4 |
| Granite Bay High Granite Bay, CA | 8.4 |
| Palos Verdes Peninsula High Rolling Hills Estates, CA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Davis Senior High
What grades does Davis Senior High serve?
Davis Senior High serves students in grades 10th through 12th.
How many students attend Davis Senior High?
Davis Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,789 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Davis Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Davis Senior High is 22.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Davis Senior High rank in CA?
Davis Senior High ranks #945 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Davis Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Davis Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Davis Senior High has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Davis Senior High a charter school?
No, Davis Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Davis Senior High a Title I school?
No, Davis Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Davis Senior High?
19.5% of students at Davis Senior High 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
- 10th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,789
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 81
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Yolo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.8%
- Phone
- (530) 757-5400
- 4-Year Graduation
- 97.0%
Resources & Links
District
Davis Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,361
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,726
- District Rank
- #3 of 16
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