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Davis EL

Elementary School · GARLAND ISD

1621 MCCALLUM DR, Garland, TX 75042

Enrollment

471

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,655 of 8,552

In Garland

#32 of 67

public schools

In district

#35 of 75

GARLAND ISD

Equity

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Davis EL

5.5/10

Elementary School in Garland · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Davis EL

Davis EL is a public elementary school in Garland, TX, part of GARLAND ISD. Davis EL serves approximately 471 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Davis EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,655 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Davis EL show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+6.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.3 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+10.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,534
Chronic Absenteeism12.1%

Davis EL — Students at Davis EL score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 63.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 62.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
97%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
80%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
40.8%
ELA
43.7%
2024
Math
50%
ELA
43%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Davis EL Compares

See how Davis EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in TX
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

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

1621 MCCALLUM DR, Garland, TX 75042

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Davis EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WALNUT GLEN ACAD FOR EXCEL (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BEAVER TECHNOLOGY CENTER (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRADFIELD EL (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garland, see our Garland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
JACKSON TECHNOLOGY CENTER Garland 0.3 mi 8.0
BEAVER TECHNOLOGY CENTER Garland 0.4 mi 8.2
WALNUT GLEN ACAD FOR EXCEL Garland 0.9 mi 9.2
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Richardson 0.9 mi 7.5
BRADFIELD EL Garland 0.9 mi 7.6
PARSONS PRE-K CTR Garland 1.1 mi 4.0
N GARLAND H S Garland 1.0 mi 7.7
O HENRY EL Garland 1.0 mi 6.5
SPRINGRIDGE EL Richardson 1.1 mi 7.2
ETHRIDGE EL Garland 1.2 mi 3.8
BERKNER H S Richardson 1.2 mi 5.2
BULLOCK EL Garland 1.3 mi 5.9
ILTEXAS GARLAND EL Garland 1.4 mi 3.7
ILTEXAS GARLAND MIDDLE Garland 1.4 mi 3.7
GOLDEN MEADOWS EL Garland 1.3 mi 6.0
HICKMAN EL Garland 2.0 mi 6.4
DARTMOUTH EL Richardson 1.9 mi 7.2
APOLLO J H Richardson 2.0 mi 6.0
ILTEXAS GARLAND H S Garland 2.1 mi 6.4
COOPER EL Garland 1.8 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,531

Median Home Value

$221,300

Median Rent

$1,336/mo

Population

38,040

College Educated

15.8%

Homeownership

58.6%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

14.9%

Median Age

34.2

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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 471 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Davis EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Davis EL is 15.2:1. 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 #5,655 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Davis EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Davis EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

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?

91.3% 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

District

GARLAND ISD
District Enrollment
51,659
Schools in District
78
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,534
District Rank
#35 of 75

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