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#1266 of 3,192 schools in MI

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Davison Middle School

Middle School · Davison Community Schools

600 SOUTH DAYTON ST, Davison, MI 48423

Enrollment

877

Student-Teacher

19.1:1

Score

6.7

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,266 of 3,192

In Davison

#7 of 9

public schools

In district

#7 of 9

Davison Community Schools

Equity

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Davison Middle School

6.7/10

Middle School in Davison · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.8/10

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6.4/10

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About Davison Middle School

Davison Middle School is a public middle school in Davison, MI, part of Davison Community Schools. Davison Middle School serves approximately 877 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Davison Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,266 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Davison Middle School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • MI avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+3.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.1 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment5.1Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,354
Chronic Absenteeism24.7%

Davison Middle School — Students at Davison Middle School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 44.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.7% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 70.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
49.2% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 32 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
85%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
41%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
71%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
71%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
34%
ELA
61.5%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Davison Middle School Compares

See how Davison Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
60th percentile in MI
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.7%

Location

600 SOUTH DAYTON ST, Davison, MI 48423

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Davison Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hahn Intermediate School (rated 6.8/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Bentley Middle School (rated 5.7/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Burton), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Leota Fiedler Elementary School (rated 5.5/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Flint), a more accessible option. For more schools in Davison, see our Davison schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Hahn Intermediate School Davison 0.1 mi 6.8
Central Elementary School Davison 0.2 mi 6.4
Hill Elementary School Davison 0.6 mi 7.9
Thomson Elementary School Davison 0.9 mi 7.0
Davison Alternative Education Davison 1.1 mi 4.9
Davison High School Davison 1.1 mi 6.7
Gates Elementary School Davison 2.5 mi 7.4
Michigan International Prep School Elsie 2.7 mi 5.2
FAITH BAPTIST SCHOOL Davison 3.2 mi 4.8
Siple Elementary School Davison 4.6 mi 6.8
Bentley Senior High School Burton 3.5 mi 5.0
Bentley High School BOLD Academy Burton 3.5 mi
Bentley Middle School Burton 3.5 mi 5.7
Barhitte Elementary School Burton 3.7 mi 4.5
GENESEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Burton 3.7 mi 6.5
GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Burton 3.9 mi
Leota Fiedler Elementary School Flint 4.4 mi 5.5
Kate Dowdall Elementary School Flint 4.6 mi 5.6
Armstrong Middle School Flint 5.1 mi 5.4
HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Flint 4.7 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48423 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,096

Median Home Value

$209,400

Median Rent

$953/mo

Population

33,508

College Educated

24.7%

Homeownership

66.5%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

43.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Davison Middle School

What grades does Davison Middle School serve?

Davison Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Davison Middle School?

Davison Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 877 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Davison Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Davison Middle School is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Davison Middle School rank in MI?

Davison Middle School ranks #1,266 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Davison Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Davison Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Davison Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Davison Middle School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Davison Middle School a charter school?

No, Davison Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Davison Middle School a Title I school?

No, Davison Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Davison Middle School?

49.8% of students at Davison Middle 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
74 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
877
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Genesee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.7%

District

Davison Community Schools
District Enrollment
5,470
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,354
District Rank
#7 of 9

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