Below Average
#2425 of 2,846 schools in PA
Davis Sch
Elementary School · York City SD
300 S Ogontz St, York, PA 17403
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,425 of 2,846
In York
#35 of 39
public schools
In district
#8 of 9
York City SD
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Davis Sch
Elementary School in York · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Davis Sch
Davis Sch is a public elementary school in York, PA, part of York City SD. Davis Sch serves approximately 524 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Davis Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,425 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Davis Sch show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Davis Sch 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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Davis Sch — Students at Davis Sch score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.1/10.
How Davis Sch Compares
See how Davis Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
300 S Ogontz St, York, PA 17403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Davis Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East York El Sch (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Valley View El Sch (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in York, see our York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TIDINGS OF PEACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL York | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| North Hills El Sch York | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Valley View El Sch York | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| York Suburban SHS York | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Hannah Penn York | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| East York El Sch York | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| KEYSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - YORK York | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Goode Sch York | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Central York MS York | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Jackson Sch York | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Crispus Attucks CS York | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| York Suburban MS York | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL York | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL York | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| William Penn SHS York | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| York Academy Regional CS York | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Yorkshire El Sch York | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| McKinley Sch York | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| LOGOS ACADEMY York | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| York County School of Technology York | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,233
Median Home Value
$206,900
Median Rent
$1,072/mo
Population
40,272
College Educated
31.8%
Homeownership
63.1%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
38.3
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|---|---|
| Baresville El Sch Hanover, PA | 4.3 |
| Bywood El Sch Upper Darby, PA | 4.3 |
| Daniel J Flood El Sch Wilkes-Barre, PA | 4.3 |
| Foose Sch Harrisburg, PA | 4.3 |
| Highland Park El Sch Upper Darby, PA | 4.3 |
| Highlands El Sch Tarentum, PA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Davis Sch
What grades does Davis Sch serve?
Davis Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Davis Sch?
Davis Sch has an enrollment of approximately 524 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Davis Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Davis Sch is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Davis Sch rank in PA?
Davis Sch ranks #2,425 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Davis Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Davis Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Davis Sch has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
Is Davis Sch a charter school?
No, Davis Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Davis Sch a Title I school?
No, Davis Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Davis Sch?
100.0% of students at Davis Sch 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 524
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.7%
- Phone
- (717) 849-1246
Resources & Links
District
York City SD- District Enrollment
- 6,232
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,156
- District Rank
- #8 of 9
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