Serving 663 students in grades 6-8, Davidson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 663 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Davidson Middle School's student population of 663 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
663 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning for Life.
School Rankings
Davidson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davidson Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2181 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
13%
18%
White
64%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Southgate Community School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davidson Middle School's ranking?
Davidson Middle School is ranked #2181 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Davidson Middle School?
663 students attend Davidson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Davidson Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Davidson Middle School?
Davidson Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Davidson Middle School offer ?
Davidson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Davidson Middle School part of?
Davidson Middle School is part of Southgate Community School District.
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