Very Good
#291 of 1,280 schools in IA
Top 23% in state
Davis Elementary School
Elementary School · Grinnell-Newburg Comm School District
818 Hamilton Avenue, Grinnell, IA 50112
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
3rd – 4th
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
3rd – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#291 of 1,280
In Grinnell
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Grinnell-Newburg Comm School District
Equity
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Davis Elementary School
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About Davis Elementary School
Davis Elementary School is a public elementary school in Grinnell, IA, part of Grinnell-Newburg Comm School District. Davis Elementary School serves approximately 228 students, and covers grades 3rd-4th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Davis Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #291 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Davis Elementary School show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.9
- IA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Davis Elementary School — Students at Davis Elementary School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.8/10.
How Davis Elementary School Compares
See how Davis Elementary School 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
818 Hamilton Avenue, Grinnell, IA 50112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Davis Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Montezuma Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Montezuma), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lynnville-Sully Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Sully), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Brooklyn-Guernsey-Malcom Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 14.3 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Grinnell, see our Grinnell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,707
Median Home Value
$198,100
Median Rent
$863/mo
Population
11,776
College Educated
37.6%
Homeownership
68.8%
Avg Commute
15.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carpenter Elementary School Monticello, IA | 7.8 |
| Dallas Center Elementary Grimes, IA | 7.8 |
| Franklin Elementary School Le Mars, IA | 7.8 |
| John Glenn Elementary School Donahue, IA | 7.8 |
| MMCRU Marcus Elementary Marcus, IA | 7.8 |
| West Bend-Mallard Elementary School West Bend, IA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Davis Elementary School
What grades does Davis Elementary School serve?
Davis Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 4th.
How many students attend Davis Elementary School?
Davis Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 228 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Davis Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Davis Elementary School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Davis Elementary School rank in IA?
Davis Elementary School ranks #291 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Davis Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Davis Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Davis Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Davis Elementary School has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Davis Elementary School a charter school?
No, Davis Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Davis Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Davis Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Davis Elementary School?
39.0% of students at Davis Elementary School 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
- 3rd – 4th
- Enrollment
- 228
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Poweshiek County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.2%
- Phone
- (641) 236-2790
Resources & Links
District
Grinnell-Newburg Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 1,577
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,510
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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