Excellent
#946 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 10% in state
Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High
Middle School · Davis Joint Unified
2121 Calaveras Ave., Davis, CA 95616
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
8.4
Grades
7th – 9th
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
8.4
Grades
7th – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#946 of 9,539
In Davis
#4 of 16
public schools
In district
#4 of 16
Davis Joint Unified
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High
Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High is a public middle school in Davis, CA, part of Davis Joint Unified. Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High serves approximately 488 students, and covers grades 7th-9th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #946 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High — Students at Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.9%
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: 7.7/10.
How Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High Compares
See how Ralph Waldo Emerson 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
2121 Calaveras Ave., Davis, CA 95616
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Fairfield Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Davis Senior High (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Davis, see our Davis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Patwin Elementary Davis | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| TENDER LEARNING CARE Davis | 0.7 mi | — |
| Robert E. Willett Elementary Davis | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Davis | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Redbud Montessori Davis | 1.2 mi | — |
| Davis Waldorf School Davis | 1.4 mi | — |
| DAVIS WALDORF SCHOOL Davis | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| REDBUD MONTESSORI Davis | 1.3 mi | — |
| Grace Valley Christian Academy Davis | 1.4 mi | — |
| Davis Senior High Davis | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| ST JAMES SCHOOL Davis | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| King (Martin Luther) High (Continuation) Davis | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Davis School for Independent Study Davis | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| North Davis Elementary Davis | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High Davis | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Da Vinci Charter Academy Davis | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Birch Lane Elementary Davis | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| PEREGRINE SCHOOL Davis | 3.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Marguerite Montgomery Elementary Davis | 3.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Fairfield Elementary Davis | 3.5 mi | 9.0 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High
What grades does Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High serve?
Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High serves students in grades 7th through 9th.
How many students attend Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High?
Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 488 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High rank in CA?
Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High ranks #946 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior 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 Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High a charter school?
No, Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High a Title I school?
No, Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High?
12.9% of students at Ralph Waldo Emerson 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
- 488
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Yolo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.9%
- Phone
- (530) 757-5430
Resources & Links
District
Davis Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,361
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,726
- District Rank
- #4 of 16
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