Excellent
#985 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 12% in state
Davis EL
Elementary School · AUSTIN ISD
5214 DUVAL RD, Austin, TX 78727
Enrollment
653
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
653
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#985 of 8,552
In Austin
#48 of 241
public schools
In district
#22 of 118
AUSTIN ISD
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Davis EL
Davis EL is a public elementary school in Austin, TX, part of AUSTIN ISD. Davis EL serves approximately 653 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Davis EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #985 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Davis EL show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Davis EL — Students at Davis EL score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 16 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 Davis EL Compares
See how Davis 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
5214 DUVAL RD, Austin, TX 78727
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Davis EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAUREL MOUNTAIN EL (rated 9.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is KATHY CARAWAY EL (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SUMMITT EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILLIAMS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Austin | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| HYDE PARK SCHOOLS Austin | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| SUMMITT EL Austin | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| AUSTIN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Austin | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| FOUR SEASONS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Austin | 1.4 mi | — |
| JOLLYVILLE EL Austin | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| KATHY CARAWAY EL Austin | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| MCNEIL H S Austin | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| POND SPRINGS EL Austin | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF SCIENCE - AUSTIN Austin | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| LAUREL MOUNTAIN EL Austin | 2.4 mi | 9.1 |
| HILL EL Austin | 2.9 mi | 8.3 |
| CANYON VISTA MIDDLE Austin | 2.6 mi | 8.7 |
| BAIS MENACHEM HEBREW ACADEMY Austin | 3.0 mi | — |
| ANDERSON H S Austin | 3.1 mi | 7.4 |
| LIVE OAK EL Austin | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| DEERPARK MIDDLE Austin | 3.0 mi | 5.6 |
| CASNER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Austin | 3.2 mi | — |
| JOY PARK MONTESSORI EDUCATION CHILDREN'S HOUSE Austin | 3.1 mi | — |
| ST MATTHEW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Austin | 3.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78727 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,194
Median Home Value
$483,200
Median Rent
$1,818/mo
Population
30,894
College Educated
62.9%
Homeownership
42.5%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
35
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Davis EL
What grades does Davis EL serve?
Davis EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Davis EL?
Davis EL has an enrollment of approximately 653 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Davis EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Davis EL is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Davis EL rank in TX?
Davis EL ranks #985 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Davis EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Davis EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Davis EL has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Davis EL a charter school?
No, Davis EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Davis EL a Title I school?
No, Davis EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Davis EL?
30.2% of students at Davis 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
- 653
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.8%
- Phone
- (512) 414-2580
Resources & Links
District
AUSTIN ISD- District Enrollment
- 72,830
- Schools in District
- 123
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,950
- District Rank
- #22 of 118
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