Very Good
#1052 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 28% in state
Davenport Elementary
Elementary School · POLK
8 W PALMETTO ST, Davenport, FL 33837
Enrollment
880
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
880
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,052 of 3,778
In Davenport
#2 of 12
public schools
In district
#30 of 155
POLK
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Davenport Elementary
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About Davenport Elementary
Davenport Elementary is a public elementary school in Davenport, FL, part of POLK. Davenport Elementary serves approximately 880 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 21:1 student-teacher ratio. Davenport Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,052 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Davenport Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Davenport Elementary runs 21:1 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.
40% of students at Davenport Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Davenport Elementary — Students at Davenport Elementary score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How Davenport Elementary Compares
See how Davenport 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
8 W PALMETTO ST, Davenport, FL 33837
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Davenport Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DAVENPORT SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 8.8/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MATER ACADEMY DAVENPORT (rated 7.3/10, 6.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SHALOM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Davenport, see our Davenport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33837 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,861
Median Home Value
$297,700
Median Rent
$1,739/mo
Population
45,144
College Educated
27.1%
Homeownership
82.2%
Avg Commute
39.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Median Age
37.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Davenport Elementary
What grades does Davenport Elementary serve?
Davenport Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Davenport Elementary?
Davenport Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 880 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Davenport Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Davenport Elementary is 21:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Davenport Elementary rank in FL?
Davenport Elementary ranks #1,052 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Davenport Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Davenport 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 Davenport Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Davenport Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Is Davenport Elementary a charter school?
No, Davenport Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Davenport Elementary a Title I school?
No, Davenport Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Davenport Elementary?
66.1% of students at Davenport 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 880
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.2%
- Phone
- (863) 534-0500
Resources & Links
District
POLK- District Enrollment
- 111,041
- Schools in District
- 167
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,242
- District Rank
- #30 of 155
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