Serving 324 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, John R Davis School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
John R Davis School's student population of 324 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
John R Davis School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John R Davis School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1506 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
67%
49%
Black
26%
6%
White
1%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
78%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cobras
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John R Davis School's ranking?
John R Davis School is ranked #1506 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are John R Davis School often compared to?
John R Davis Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maurice C. Cash Elementary School, C J Jorgensen School, Ignacio Conchos School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend John R Davis School?
324 students attend John R Davis School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of John R Davis School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John R Davis School?
John R Davis School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does John R Davis School offer ?
John R Davis School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John R Davis School part of?
John R Davis School is part of Roosevelt Elementary District (4279).
In what neighborhood is John R Davis School located?
John R Davis School is located in the South Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 45 other public schools located in South Mountain Village.
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