Excellent
#531 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 6% in state
Davila EL
Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD
7610 DAHLIA ST, Houston, TX 77012
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#531 of 8,552
In Houston
#26 of 723
public schools
In district
#14 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Davila EL
Davila EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Davila EL serves approximately 416 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Davila EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #531 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Davila EL show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Davila EL — Students at Davila EL score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 9.1/10.
How Davila EL Compares
See how Davila EL 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
7610 DAHLIA ST, Houston, TX 77012
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Davila EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY INC ELITE COLLEGE PREP (rated 7.6/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, CRESPO EL (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY INC ELITE COLLEGE PREP Houston | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY - CORAL CAMPUS Houston | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| SOUTHMAYD EL Houston | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| MILBY H S Houston | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| HARRIS J R EL Houston | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| YES PREP - EAST END Houston | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| YES PREP EAST END EL Houston | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| DEADY MIDDLE Houston | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| SANCHEZ EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| CRESPO EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| EARLY COLLEGE T-STEM ACADEMY Houston | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| PSTEM ACADEMY Houston | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| EARLY COLLEGE STEM ACADEMY Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| BRISCOE EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| GALLEGOS EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY Houston | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| DE ZAVALA EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| GEORGE I SANCHEZ CHARTER Houston | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| PARK PLACE EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| GOLFCREST EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77012 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,287
Median Home Value
$127,400
Median Rent
$944/mo
Population
16,780
College Educated
10.5%
Homeownership
41.5%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
22.9%
Median Age
35
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|---|---|
| BUFFALO GAP EL Tuscola, TX | 8.7 |
| EAST CHAMBERS EL Winnie, TX | 8.7 |
| EHRHART SCHOOL Beaumont, TX | 8.7 |
| FLORENCE EL Southlake, TX | 8.7 |
| FRANK EL Klein, TX | 8.7 |
| GLADYS POLK EL Freeport, TX | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Davila EL
What grades does Davila EL serve?
Davila EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Davila EL?
Davila EL has an enrollment of approximately 416 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Davila EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Davila EL is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Davila EL rank in TX?
Davila EL ranks #531 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Davila EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Davila EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Davila EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Davila EL has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Davila EL a charter school?
No, Davila EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Davila EL a Title I school?
No, Davila EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Davila EL?
97.8% of students at Davila EL 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 416
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.9%
- Phone
- (713) 924-1851
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #14 of 272
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