Very Good
#196 of 863 schools in MS
Top 23% in state
Davis Elementary School
Elementary School · GREENWOOD-LEFLORE CONS SCH DISTRICT
400 Cotton Street P. O. BOX 1497, Greenwood, MS 38930
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#196 of 863
In Greenwood
#2 of 11
public schools
In district
#2 of 12
GREENWOOD-LEFLORE CONS SCH DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.9 / 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 Greenwood, MS, part of GREENWOOD-LEFLORE CONS SCH DISTRICT. Davis Elementary School serves approximately 374 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Davis Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #196 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Davis Elementary School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- MS avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Davis Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Davis Elementary School — Students at Davis Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)
Based on 15 test records from MS 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 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
400 Cotton Street P. O. BOX 1497, Greenwood, MS 38930
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Davis Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BANKSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ROSSER EARLY LEARNING CENTER (rated 7.7/10, 18.8 miles away, in nearby Moorhead), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LEFLORE COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Itta Bena), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Greenwood, see our Greenwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Leflore Legacy Academy Greenwood | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| DELTA STREETS ACADEMY Greenwood | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| GREENWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Greenwood | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| GREENWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Greenwood | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| THREADGILL PRIMARY SCHOOL Greenwood | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| BANKSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenwood | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| THREADGILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenwood | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| AMANDA ELZY HIGH SCHOOL Greenwood | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| AMANDA ELZY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Greenwood | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Greenwood | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenwood | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| CLAUDINE F BROWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenwood | 3.4 mi | 3.8 |
| PILLOW ACADEMY Greenwood | 4.2 mi | 6.2 |
| LEFLORE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Itta Bena | 8.0 mi | 6.7 |
| LEFLORE COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Itta Bena | 8.0 mi | 7.5 |
| CARROLL ACADEMY Carrollton | 15.0 mi | 5.6 |
| J Z GEORGE HIGH SCHOOL North Carrollton | 15.3 mi | 6.1 |
| MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Carrollton | 15.7 mi | 4.4 |
| ROSSER EARLY LEARNING CENTER Moorhead | 18.8 mi | 7.7 |
| MOORHEAD CENTRAL SCHOOL Moorhead | 19.4 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38930 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,109
Median Home Value
$108,000
Median Rent
$694/mo
Population
23,326
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
57.1%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
31.6%
Median Age
35.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHALYBEATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Walnut, MS | 7.6 |
| EAST WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mathiston, MS | 7.6 |
| GLADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Laurel, MS | 7.6 |
| JOYNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo, MS | 7.6 |
| RANKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo, MS | 7.6 |
| SOUTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Picayune, MS | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Davis Elementary School
What grades does Davis Elementary School serve?
Davis Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Davis Elementary School?
Davis Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Davis Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Davis Elementary School is 13.9:1. 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 MS?
Davis Elementary School ranks #196 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Davis Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Davis Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Davis Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Davis Elementary School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
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?
100.0% 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 374
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Leflore County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.2%
- Phone
- (662) 455-7425
Resources & Links
District
GREENWOOD-LEFLORE CONS SCH DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,849
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,241
- District Rank
- #2 of 12
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