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Very Good

#590 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 28% in state

Davey Elementary

Elementary School · Eau Claire Area School District

3000 Starr Ave, Eau Claire, WI 54703

Enrollment

352

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#590 of 2,105

In Eau Claire

#8 of 22

public schools

In district

#8 of 22

Eau Claire Area School District

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Davey Elementary

7.6/10

Elementary School in Eau Claire · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Davey Elementary

Davey Elementary is a public elementary school in Eau Claire, WI, part of Eau Claire Area School District. Davey Elementary serves approximately 352 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Davey Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #590 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Davey Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.5% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.4% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+1.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.2 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+6.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,336
Chronic Absenteeism10.8%

Davey Elementary — Students at Davey Elementary score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 57.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 52.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
50.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
55.5%
ELA
53.5%
2025
Math
55.5%
ELA
55.4%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Davey Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
72th percentile in WI
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

Location

3000 Starr Ave, Eau Claire, WI 54703

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Davey Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Flynn Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Chippewa Valley Montessori Charter School (rated 8.1/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lakeshore Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Eau Claire, see our Eau Claire schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
North High Eau Claire 0.5 mi 5.0
BETHEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Eau Claire 0.8 mi
MESSIAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Eau Claire 0.9 mi 4.8
Northstar Middle Eau Claire 0.7 mi 6.7
Locust Lane Elementary Eau Claire 0.8 mi 7.2
Northwoods Elementary Eau Claire 1.4 mi 7.4
McKinley Charter School Eau Claire 1.8 mi 3.7
Longfellow Elementary Eau Claire 2.3 mi 6.3
EAU CLAIRE ACADEMY Eau Claire 2.4 mi
Eau Claire Community Sites Eau Claire 2.9 mi 3.7
Eau Claire Virtual School Eau Claire 2.9 mi 5.0
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eau Claire 3.0 mi 7.0
Roosevelt Elementary Eau Claire 2.6 mi 6.9
Flynn Elementary Eau Claire 3.3 mi 8.6
REGIS HIGH & MIDDLE SCHOOL Eau Claire 3.3 mi 5.3
Chippewa Valley Montessori Charter School Eau Claire 2.9 mi 8.1
Second Avenue School Eau Claire 3.2 mi
ST JAMES ELEMENTARY Eau Claire 2.9 mi 6.6
Memorial High Eau Claire 3.8 mi 5.9
Lakeshore Elementary Eau Claire 3.6 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,801

Median Home Value

$224,600

Median Rent

$986/mo

Population

43,022

College Educated

31%

Homeownership

62.9%

Avg Commute

17 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

35.6

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Eleva-Strum Elementary Strum, WI 7.6
Emerson Elementary Madison, WI 7.6
Evans Elementary Fond Du Lac, WI 7.6
Harrison Elementary Janesville, WI 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Davey Elementary

What grades does Davey Elementary serve?

Davey Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Davey Elementary?

Davey Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 352 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Davey Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Davey Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Davey Elementary rank in WI?

Davey Elementary ranks #590 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Davey Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Davey Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Davey Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Davey Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Davey Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Davey Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

38.4% of students at Davey 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
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
38.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Eau Claire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

District

Eau Claire Area School District
District Enrollment
10,866
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,336
District Rank
#8 of 22

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