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#290 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 13% in state

Davis Elementary

Elementary School · College Place School District

31 SE ASH STREET, College Place, WA 99324

Enrollment

706

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#290 of 2,228

In College Place

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

College Place School District

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Davis Elementary

8.4/10

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

Walla Walla Valley Academy

6.9/10

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4.8/10

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About Davis Elementary

Davis Elementary is a public elementary school in College Place, WA, part of College Place School District. Davis Elementary serves approximately 706 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Davis Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #290 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Davis Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.6 pts above WA schools
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Davis Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-0.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.6% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.3% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-1.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.9 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+12.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,142
Chronic Absenteeism40.2%

Davis Elementary — Students at Davis Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 46.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 49.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 32 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
31%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
43.8%
ELA
48%
2024
Math
50.6%
ELA
50.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.

How Davis Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
87th percentile in WA
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.2%

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

31 SE ASH STREET, College Place, WA 99324

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Davis Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ferndale Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Milton-Freewater), with a very similar rating. Another option is Prospect Point Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Walla Walla), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Edison Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Walla Walla), with a comparable rating. For more schools in College Place, see our College Place schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
WALLA WALLA VALLEY ACADEMY College Place 0.7 mi 6.9
College Place High School College Place 1.2 mi 4.8
College Place Open Doors Program College Place 1.2 mi
John Sager Middle School College Place 1.2 mi 6.5
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Walla Walla 1.3 mi 4.3
Head Start Walla Walla 1.7 mi 6.3
Walla Walla Center for Children and Families Walla Walla 1.7 mi 5.4
Walla Walla County Juvenile Detention Walla Walla 2.2 mi
Garrison Middle School Walla Walla 2.1 mi 6.8
Lincoln High School Walla Walla 2.4 mi 5.1
DESALES CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Walla Walla 3.2 mi 6.6
Sharpstein Elementary School Walla Walla 3.1 mi 7.5
Prospect Point Elementary Walla Walla 3.0 mi 8.2
Walla Walla High School Walla Walla 3.3 mi 5.0
Green Park Elementary School Walla Walla 3.5 mi 5.1
Ferndale Elementary School Milton-Freewater 4.7 mi 8.6
MILTON-STATELINE ADVENTIST SCHOOL Milton-Freewater 5.1 mi 5.9
Pioneer Middle School Walla Walla 3.8 mi 6.4
Edison Elementary School Walla Walla 3.9 mi 7.7
ST BASIL ACADEMY OF CLASSICAL STUDIES Walla Walla 3.9 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99324 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,485

Median Home Value

$338,600

Median Rent

$1,121/mo

Population

10,171

College Educated

36.8%

Homeownership

66.1%

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

31.9

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Clovis Point Elementary School East Wenatchee, WA 8.4
Emerald Hills Elementary Bonney Lake, WA 8.4
Geiger Montessori School Tacoma, WA 8.4
Glenwood Elementary Lake Stevens, WA 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Davis Elementary

What grades does Davis Elementary serve?

Davis Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Davis Elementary?

Davis Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 706 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Davis Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Davis Elementary is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Davis Elementary rank in WA?

Davis Elementary ranks #290 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Davis Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Davis Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Davis Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Davis Elementary a charter school?

No, Davis Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Davis Elementary a Title I school?

No, Davis Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Davis Elementary?

61.6% of students at Davis Elementary 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
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
706
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Walla Walla County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.2%

District

College Place School District
District Enrollment
1,537
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,142
District Rank
#1 of 3

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