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#2964 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 35% in state

Davis EL

Elementary School · ROYSE CITY ISD

1412 FM 1777, Royse City, TX 75189

Enrollment

520

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#2,964 of 8,552

In Royse City

#5 of 9

public schools

In district

#5 of 9

ROYSE CITY ISD

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Davis EL

7.2/10

Elementary School in Royse City · 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 Royse City, TX, part of ROYSE CITY ISD. Davis EL serves approximately 520 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Davis EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,964 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Davis EL show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+11.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.3 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,652
Chronic Absenteeism11.9%

Davis EL — Students at Davis EL score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 67.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 64.0% (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
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
81%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
84%
ELA
73%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
41%
2022
Math
61.1%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
55%
ELA
45%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Davis EL Compares

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

Overall Score
7.2/10
65th percentile in TX
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.9%

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

1412 FM 1777, Royse City, TX 75189

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Davis EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KATHRYN GRIFFIS EL (rated 8.2/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Caddo Mills), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CELIA HAYS EL (rated 8.1/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Rockwall), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HARRY HERNDON EL (rated 8.0/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Royse City, see our Royse City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.7 mi
School Distance Rating
RUTH CHERRY EL Royse City 0.3 mi 7.5
GLENDA ARNOLD EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTER Royse City 0.3 mi
OUIDA BALEY MIDDLE Royse City 0.3 mi 4.5
EDUCATION CENTER INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY 3 Mesquite 1.5 mi 7.7
W R (BILL) FORT EL Royse City 1.8 mi 6.4
ANITA SCOTT EL Royse City 2.2 mi 7.1
ROYSE CITY H S Royse City 2.1 mi 5.7
PIONEER TECHNOLOGY (PTAA) ROYSE CITY EL Dallas 2.7 mi 7.7
JOHN & BARBARA RODERICK EL Nevada 4.3 mi 4.6
BOBBY SUMMERS MIDDLE Royse City 4.0 mi 7.3
HARRY HERNDON EL Royse City 4.5 mi 8.0
MISS MAY VERNON EL Royse City 4.2 mi 7.4
PIONEER TECHNOLOGY (PTAA) FATE Dallas 4.5 mi 5.9
COMMUNITY H S Nevada 5.2 mi 5.2
BILLIE STEVENSON EL Fate 4.9 mi 6.6
MCCLENDON EL Nevada 5.6 mi 6.8
LELAND E EDGE MIDDLE Nevada 5.7 mi 4.0
LUPE GARCIA EL Rockwall 5.7 mi 3.4
KATHRYN GRIFFIS EL Caddo Mills 6.4 mi 8.2
CELIA HAYS EL Rockwall 6.7 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75189 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$118,105

Median Home Value

$336,000

Median Rent

$2,133/mo

Population

44,348

College Educated

29.8%

Homeownership

89.1%

Avg Commute

37.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

34

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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 520 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Davis EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Davis EL is 13.7:1. 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 #2,964 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Davis EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Davis EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% 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?

51.3% 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
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Collin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.9%

District

ROYSE CITY ISD
District Enrollment
9,371
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,652
District Rank
#5 of 9

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