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#4395 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 46% in state
Wallace R. Davis Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Ana Unified
1405 French St., Santa Ana, CA 92701
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,395 of 9,539
In Santa Ana
#20 of 73
public schools
In district
#10 of 51
Santa Ana Unified
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Wallace R. Davis Elementary
Wallace R. Davis Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Ana, CA, part of Santa Ana Unified. Wallace R.
Davis Elementary serves approximately 404 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Wallace R. Davis Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,395 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Wallace R. Davis Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Wallace R. Davis Elementary runs 22.4:1 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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Wallace R. Davis Elementary — Students at Wallace R. Davis Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.3%
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.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.
How Wallace R. Davis Elementary Compares
See how Wallace R. 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
1405 French St., Santa Ana, CA 92701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wallace R. Davis Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edward B. Cole Academy (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Garfield Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Orange County Educational Arts Academy (rated 6.3/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Santa Ana, see our Santa Ana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OCSA Santa Ana | 0.3 mi | 8.7 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Orange County Educational Arts Academy Santa Ana | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| El Sol Santa Ana Science and Arts Academy Santa Ana | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Garfield Elementary Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Advanced Learning Academy Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Willard Intermediate Santa Ana | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| STORYBOOK PRESCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | — |
| STORYBOOK PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | — |
| Edward B. Cole Academy Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Nova Academy Early College High Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Sierra Preparatory Academy Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Martin R. Heninger Elementary Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Scholarship Prep - Orange County Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Citrus Springs Charter Temecula | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| REACH Academy Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Ednovate - Legacy College Prep. Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Roosevelt Walker Academy Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Santa Ana High Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| CALIFORNIA KIDS CENTERS Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,697
Median Home Value
$608,300
Median Rent
$1,650/mo
Population
48,272
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
29.2%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Median Age
33
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|---|---|
| ANNELIESE SCHOOLS, INC. Laguna Beach, CA | 6.6 |
| Adams Elementary San Diego, CA | 6.6 |
| Aldama Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.6 |
| Allen Avenue Elementary San Dimas, CA | 6.6 |
| Altadena Elementary Altadena, CA | 6.6 |
| Anderson (Linford L.) Elementary Dixon, CA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wallace R. Davis Elementary
What grades does Wallace R. Davis Elementary serve?
Wallace R. Davis Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Wallace R. Davis Elementary?
Wallace R. Davis Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 404 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wallace R. Davis Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Wallace R. Davis Elementary is 22.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wallace R. Davis Elementary rank in CA?
Wallace R. Davis Elementary ranks #4,395 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Wallace R. Davis Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Wallace R. Davis Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Wallace R. Davis Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wallace R. Davis Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Wallace R. Davis Elementary a charter school?
No, Wallace R. Davis Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wallace R. Davis Elementary a Title I school?
No, Wallace R. Davis Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wallace R. Davis Elementary?
90.3% of students at Wallace R. 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 404
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.3%
- Phone
- (714) 564-2200
Resources & Links
District
Santa Ana Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,031
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,309
- District Rank
- #10 of 51
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