Very Good
#2485 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 26% in state
North Davis Elementary
Elementary School · Davis Joint Unified
555 East 14th St., Davis, CA 95616
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher
26.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher
26.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,485 of 9,539
In Davis
#9 of 16
public schools
In district
#9 of 16
Davis Joint Unified
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About North Davis Elementary
North Davis Elementary is a public elementary school in Davis, CA, part of Davis Joint Unified. North Davis Elementary serves approximately 575 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 26.1:1 student-teacher ratio. North Davis Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,485 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for North Davis Elementary show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
North Davis Elementary runs 26.1:1 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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North Davis Elementary — Students at North Davis Elementary 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 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How North Davis Elementary Compares
See how North 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
555 East 14th St., Davis, CA 95616
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Davis Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Robert E. Willett Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Cesar Chavez Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Patwin Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Davis, see our Davis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JAMES SCHOOL Davis | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Davis Senior High Davis | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High Davis | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| King (Martin Luther) High (Continuation) Davis | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Davis School for Independent Study Davis | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Da Vinci Charter Academy Davis | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Davis | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Birch Lane Elementary Davis | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Robert E. Willett Elementary Davis | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Davis Waldorf School Davis | 1.5 mi | — |
| DAVIS WALDORF SCHOOL Davis | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| PEREGRINE SCHOOL Davis | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High Davis | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Marguerite Montgomery Elementary Davis | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Patwin Elementary Davis | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Fred T. Korematsu Elementary at Mace Ranch Davis | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| TENDER LEARNING CARE Davis | 2.2 mi | — |
| Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Junior High Davis | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Redbud Montessori Davis | 2.9 mi | — |
| REDBUD MONTESSORI Davis | 3.0 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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|---|---|
| Alpine Vista Tulare, CA | 7.5 |
| Antelope Creek Elementary Rocklin, CA | 7.5 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Riverside, CA | 7.5 |
| Bixby Elementary Long Beach, CA | 7.5 |
| Brandon Elementary Goleta, CA | 7.5 |
| Brooklyn Avenue Los Angeles, CA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Davis Elementary
What grades does North Davis Elementary serve?
North Davis Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend North Davis Elementary?
North Davis Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 575 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Davis Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at North Davis Elementary is 26.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Davis Elementary rank in CA?
North Davis Elementary ranks #2,485 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is North Davis Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
North Davis Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 North Davis Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Davis Elementary has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is North Davis Elementary a charter school?
No, North Davis Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Davis Elementary a Title I school?
No, North Davis Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Davis Elementary?
19.5% of students at North 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
- 575
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Yolo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.3%
- Phone
- (530) 757-5475
Resources & Links
District
Davis Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,361
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,726
- District Rank
- #9 of 16
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