Excellent
#396 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 4% in state
Maude B. Davis Elementary
Elementary School · Newport-Mesa Unified
2985 Bear St. Bldg. A, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#396 of 9,539
In Costa Mesa
#7 of 39
public schools
In district
#7 of 31
Newport-Mesa Unified
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Maude B. Davis Elementary
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About Maude B. Davis Elementary
Maude B. Davis Elementary is a public elementary school in Costa Mesa, CA, part of Newport-Mesa Unified. Maude B.
Davis Elementary serves approximately 560 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Maude B. Davis Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #396 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Maude B. Davis Elementary show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Maude B. Davis Elementary runs 24.3:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Maude B. Davis Elementary — Students at Maude B. Davis Elementary score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 8.9/10.
How Maude B. Davis Elementary Compares
See how Maude B. Davis Elementary 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
2985 Bear St. Bldg. A, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maude B. Davis Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Heinz Kaiser Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Killybrooke Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Sonora Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Costa Mesa, see our Costa Mesa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Monte Vista Independent Study Costa Mesa | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Costa Mesa High Costa Mesa | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Sonora Elementary Costa Mesa | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Costa Mesa | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL-COSTA MESA Costa Mesa | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| College Park Elementary Costa Mesa | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Paularino Elementary Costa Mesa | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Back Bay High Costa Mesa | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Killybrooke Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Orange County Special Education Costa Mesa | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| ACCESS County Community Costa Mesa | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| California Pacific Charter - San Diego Costa Mesa | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| California Pacific Charter- Los Angeles Costa Mesa | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Montessori Harbor Mesa Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.4 mi | — |
| Heinz Kaiser Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| MARINERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Costa Mesa | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Frontiers Academy Costa Mesa | 1.5 mi | — |
| FRONTIERS ACADEMY Costa Mesa | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Villages Preparatory Costa Mesa | 1.8 mi | — |
| WOODLAND CHILD DEVT CENTER Costa Mesa | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92626 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,627
Median Home Value
$1,037,700
Median Rent
$2,520/mo
Population
50,569
College Educated
46.3%
Homeownership
42%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
37.1
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary Manhattan Beach, CA | 8.9 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Monterey Park, CA | 8.9 |
| Birney Elementary Redondo Beach, CA | 8.9 |
| Birney Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.9 |
| Blue Hills Elementary Saratoga, CA | 8.9 |
| Carver (Charles J.) Elementary Cerritos, CA | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maude B. Davis Elementary
What grades does Maude B. Davis Elementary serve?
Maude B. Davis Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Maude B. Davis Elementary?
Maude B. Davis Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 560 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maude B. Davis Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Maude B. Davis Elementary is 24.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maude B. Davis Elementary rank in CA?
Maude B. Davis Elementary ranks #396 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Maude B. Davis Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Maude B. Davis Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Maude B. Davis Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maude B. Davis Elementary has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Maude B. Davis Elementary a charter school?
No, Maude B. Davis Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maude B. Davis Elementary a Title I school?
No, Maude B. Davis Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maude B. Davis Elementary?
30.7% of students at Maude B. Davis Elementary 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 560
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.6%
- Phone
- (714) 424-7930
Resources & Links
District
Newport-Mesa Unified- District Enrollment
- 17,768
- Schools in District
- 32
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,064
- District Rank
- #7 of 31
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