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#634 of 8,547 schools in TX

Top 7% in state

Davis EL

Elementary School · ROYSE CITY ISD

1412 FM 1777, Royse City, TX 75189

Enrollment

520

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Royse City

#1 of 9

public schools

Texas elementary schools

#352 of 4,678

In district

#1 of 9

ROYSE CITY ISD

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Exceptional

About Davis EL

Davis EL is a public elementary school in Royse City, TX, part of the ROYSE CITY ISD. The school serves approximately 520 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 92.6th percentile among TX schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 51% proficiency in math and 40% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $118,105, where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a fringe town setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+1.5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52%
Reading/ELA Proficiency41%
Overall Proficiency47%
Expected (poverty-adj.)44%
vs. Expected+2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment6.5Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,521

Davis EL — Students at Davis EL score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 50.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
49%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
41%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Davis EL Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
93th percentile in TX
Academic
7.8/10
7.8/10
Growth
9.5/10
Above average
Environment
6.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers

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. MISS MAY VERNON EL (rated 8.3/10, 4.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ANITA SCOTT EL (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, KATHRYN GRIFFIS EL (rated 7.5/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Caddo Mills), with a comparable rating. 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 5.4
GLENDA ARNOLD EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTER Royse City 0.3 mi
OUIDA BALEY MIDDLE Royse City 0.3 mi 4.2
EDUCATION CENTER INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY 3 Mesquite 1.5 mi 3.1
W R (BILL) FORT EL Royse City 1.8 mi 5.9
ANITA SCOTT EL Royse City 2.2 mi 8.1
ROYSE CITY H S Royse City 2.1 mi 5.7
PIONEER TECHNOLOGY (PTAA) ROYSE CITY EL Dallas 2.7 mi 4.6
JOHN & BARBARA RODERICK EL Nevada 4.3 mi 4.5
BOBBY SUMMERS MIDDLE Royse City 4.0 mi 4.8
HARRY HERNDON EL Royse City 4.5 mi 7.1
MISS MAY VERNON EL Royse City 4.2 mi 8.3
PIONEER TECHNOLOGY (PTAA) FATE Dallas 4.5 mi 6.1
COMMUNITY H S Nevada 5.2 mi 4.4
BILLIE STEVENSON EL Fate 4.9 mi 4.8
MCCLENDON EL Nevada 5.6 mi 4.4
LELAND E EDGE MIDDLE Nevada 5.7 mi 3.6
LUPE GARCIA EL Rockwall 5.7 mi 5.0
KATHRYN GRIFFIS EL Caddo Mills 6.4 mi 7.5
CELIA HAYS EL Rockwall 6.7 mi 6.1

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Davis EL has a median household income of $118,105. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $336,000, with a median rent of $2,133/month. The local poverty rate of 6.1% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BIRDWELL SCHOOL Tyler, TX 8.4
BLUE RIDGE EL Blue Ridge, TX 8.4
BOYD EL Boyd, TX 8.4
C T EDDINS EL Mckinney, TX 8.4
CALDWELL ARTS ACADEMY Tyler, TX 8.4
CASTLE HILLS EL San Antonio, TX 8.4

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 is ranked #634 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Davis EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Davis EL has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Davis EL?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Davis EL has 50.5% math proficiency and 39.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
City Safety
Elevated (1,002/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Royse City). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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