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#1629 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 34% in state

George M Davis Elementary School

Elementary School · NEW ROCHELLE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

80 ISELIN DR, New Rochelle, NY 10804

Enrollment

647

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,629 of 4,742

In New Rochelle

#2 of 10

public schools

In district

#2 of 10

NEW ROCHELLE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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George M Davis Elementary School

7.1/10

Elementary School in New Rochelle · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About George M Davis Elementary School

George M Davis Elementary School is a public elementary school in New Rochelle, NY, part of NEW ROCHELLE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. George M Davis Elementary School serves approximately 647 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. George M Davis Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,629 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for George M Davis Elementary School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.7
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at George M Davis Elementary School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.5 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,505
Chronic Absenteeism31.1%

George M Davis Elementary School — Students at George M Davis Elementary School score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 60.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
96%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
45%
2013
Math
40%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
71%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
52.5%
ELA
50.4%

* 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 George M Davis Elementary School Compares

See how George M Davis Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
66th percentile in NY
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

80 ISELIN DR, New Rochelle, NY 10804

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering George M Davis Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HEATHCOTE SCHOOL (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Scarsdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is QUAKER RIDGE SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Scarsdale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EDGEWOOD SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Scarsdale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Rochelle, see our New Rochelle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
WESTCHESTER TORAH ACADEMY New Rochelle 0.5 mi 7.6
IONA PREPARATORY LOWER SCHOOL New Rochelle 0.6 mi 6.3
IONA PREPARATORY SCHOOL New Rochelle 0.8 mi 4.9
EDGEWOOD SCHOOL Scarsdale 0.9 mi 9.1
QUAKER RIDGE SCHOOL Scarsdale 0.9 mi 9.3
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Scarsdale 0.9 mi 5.0
HEATHCOTE SCHOOL Scarsdale 1.0 mi 9.4
WILLIAM B WARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle 1.3 mi 6.6
HUDSON COUNTRY MONTESSORI SCHOOL New Rochelle 1.4 mi 8.1
GREENVALE SCHOOL Scarsdale 1.1 mi 7.7
SCARSDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL Scarsdale 1.4 mi 8.9
SCARSDALE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Scarsdale 1.5 mi 9.4
ALBERT LEONARD MIDDLE SCHOOL New Rochelle 1.8 mi 7.0
EASTCHESTER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Eastchester 1.5 mi 9.0
THE URSULINE SCHOOL New Rochelle 1.9 mi 6.2
EASTCHESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Eastchester 1.6 mi 7.4
FOX MEADOW SCHOOL Scarsdale 2.0 mi 9.1
ANNE HUTCHINSON SCHOOL Eastchester 1.8 mi 7.2
KODOMONO KUNI White Plains 2.3 mi
CASIMIR PULASKI SCHOOL Scarsdale 1.9 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$220,089

Median Home Value

$894,100

Median Rent

$2,114/mo

Population

15,228

College Educated

79.9%

Homeownership

94.9%

Avg Commute

37.5 min

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Median Age

45.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about George M Davis Elementary School

What grades does George M Davis Elementary School serve?

George M Davis Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend George M Davis Elementary School?

George M Davis Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 647 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at George M Davis Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at George M Davis Elementary School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does George M Davis Elementary School rank in NY?

George M Davis Elementary School ranks #1,629 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is George M Davis Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

George M Davis Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 George M Davis Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, George M Davis Elementary School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is George M Davis Elementary School a charter school?

No, George M Davis Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is George M Davis Elementary School a Title I school?

No, George M Davis Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George M Davis Elementary School?

35.4% of students at George M 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
647
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.1%

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