Excellent
#672 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High
Middle School · Davis Joint Unified
1220 Drexel Dr., Davis, CA 95616
Enrollment
621
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
7th – 9th
Enrollment
621
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
7th – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#672 of 9,539
In Davis
#2 of 16
public schools
In district
#2 of 16
Davis Joint Unified
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High
Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High is a public middle school in Davis, CA, part of Davis Joint Unified. Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High serves approximately 621 students, and covers grades 7th-9th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #672 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High runs 20.7:1 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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Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High — Students at Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 8.4/10.
How Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High Compares
See how Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior 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
1220 Drexel Dr., Davis, CA 95616
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Junior High (rated 6.2/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Davis, see our Davis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Da Vinci Charter Academy Davis | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| North Davis Elementary Davis | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| ST JAMES SCHOOL Davis | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Birch Lane Elementary Davis | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| King (Martin Luther) High (Continuation) Davis | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Davis School for Independent Study Davis | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Davis Senior High Davis | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Davis | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| PEREGRINE SCHOOL Davis | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Marguerite Montgomery Elementary Davis | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Fred T. Korematsu Elementary at Mace Ranch Davis | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Robert E. Willett Elementary Davis | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Davis Waldorf School Davis | 1.9 mi | — |
| DAVIS WALDORF SCHOOL Davis | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Junior High Davis | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High Davis | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Patwin Elementary Davis | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| TENDER LEARNING CARE Davis | 2.6 mi | — |
| Pioneer Elementary Davis | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Redbud Montessori Davis | 3.3 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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| Alder Creek Middle Truckee, CA | 8.6 |
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| Coronado Middle Coronado, CA | 8.6 |
| Georgina P. Blach Junior High Los Altos, CA | 8.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High
What grades does Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High serve?
Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High serves students in grades 7th through 9th.
How many students attend Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High?
Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 621 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High rank in CA?
Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High ranks #672 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High a charter school?
No, Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High a Title I school?
No, Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High?
17.7% of students at Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior 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
- 7th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 621
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Yolo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.2%
- Phone
- (530) 757-5445
Resources & Links
District
Davis Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,361
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,726
- District Rank
- #2 of 16
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