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#6248 of 8,552 schools in TX
Lester Davis
School · DENTON ISD
1125 DAVIS ST, Denton, TX 76209
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 24 schools in Denton. Learn more
Enrollment
112
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
112
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
2nd – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,248 of 8,552
In Denton
#18 of 27
public schools
In district
#27 of 43
DENTON ISD
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Lester Davis
Lester Davis is a public school in Denton, TX, part of DENTON ISD. Lester Davis serves approximately 112 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lester Davis has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #6,248 of 8,552 schools in TX.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 112 students, Lester Davis is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4:1 students to teachers, Lester Davis sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Lester Davis Compares
See how Lester Davis 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
1125 DAVIS ST, Denton, TX 76209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lester Davis may also want to explore other schools in the area. NETTE SHULTZ (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CALHOUN MIDDLE (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FRED MOORE H S (rated 6.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denton, see our Denton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DENTON COUNTY JJAEP CFB CAMPUS Denton | 0.5 mi | — |
| DENTON CO J J A E P Denton | 0.5 mi | — |
| DENTON CO J J A E P Lewisville | 0.5 mi | — |
| DENTON CO J J A E P Little Elm | 0.5 mi | — |
| DENTON CO J J A E P Pilot Point | 0.5 mi | — |
| DENTON CO J J A E P Ponder | 0.5 mi | — |
| DENTON CO J J A E P Sanger | 0.5 mi | — |
| JOE DALE SPARKS CAMPUS Denton | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| THE ANN WINDLE SCHOOL FOR YOUNG CHILDREN Denton | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| RIVERA EL Denton | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| ALICE MOORE ALEXANDER Denton | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| FRED MOORE H S Denton | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| DENTON CALVARY ACADEMY Denton | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| CALHOUN MIDDLE Denton | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| NETTE SHULTZ Denton | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| SPRINGBOK ACADEMY Denton | 1.6 mi | — |
| STRICKLAND MIDDLE Denton | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| MCMATH MIDDLE Denton | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| NEWTON RAYZOR EL Denton | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| EVERS PARK EL Denton | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,883
Median Home Value
$248,900
Median Rent
$1,367/mo
Population
27,859
College Educated
38.2%
Homeownership
44%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
30.7
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| LIGHTHOUSE LEARNING CENTER - DAEP Freeport, TX | 5.1 |
| SOLID ROCK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Beaumont, TX | 5.1 |
| KAUFMAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kaufman, TX | 5.0 |
| ARCADIA FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Santa Fe, TX | 5.2 |
| BIG BEND H S Terlingua, TX | 5.2 |
| PARKVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waco, TX | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lester Davis
What grades does Lester Davis serve?
Lester Davis serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.
How many students attend Lester Davis?
Lester Davis has an enrollment of approximately 112 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lester Davis?
The student-teacher ratio at Lester Davis is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lester Davis rank in TX?
Lester Davis ranks #6,248 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Lester Davis's MySchoolScout rating?
Lester Davis has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lester Davis a charter school?
No, Lester Davis is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lester Davis a Title I school?
No, Lester Davis is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lester Davis?
75.9% of students at Lester Davis 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 2nd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 112
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Denton County
- Phone
- (940) 369-4050
Resources & Links
District
DENTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 32,866
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,484
- District Rank
- #27 of 43
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