Serving 599 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Davidson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davidson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Davidson Elementary School's student population of 599 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
599 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Davidson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#465 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
44%
47%
White
47%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Water Valley School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davidson Elementary School's ranking?
Davidson Elementary School is ranked #465 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Davidson Elementary School?
599 students attend Davidson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Davidson Elementary School students are White, 44% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Davidson Elementary School?
Davidson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Davidson Elementary School offer ?
Davidson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Davidson Elementary School part of?
Davidson Elementary School is part of Water Valley School District.
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