Davis Senior High School is one of two high schools located in Davis, California, in the United States. DHS is a WASC accredited, 3-year, public comprehensive high school covering grades 10–12. The campus opened its current location in 1961; the previous high school location is now Davis City Hall.
Serving 1,755 students in grades 10-12, Davis Senior High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,755 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davis Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Davis Senior High School's student population of 1,755 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
1,755 students
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
Average Class Size
28 students
School Rankings
Davis Senior High School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davis Senior High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#854 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
42%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Davis Joint Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Devil 100px
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davis Senior High School's ranking?
Davis Senior High School is ranked #854 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Davis Senior High School often compared to?
Davis Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Senior High School, Da Vinci Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Davis Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Davis Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Davis Senior High School?
1,755 students attend Davis Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Davis Senior High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Davis Senior High School?
Davis Senior High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Davis Senior High School offer ?
Davis Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Davis Senior High School part of?
Davis Senior High School is part of Davis Joint Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Davis Senior High School located?
Davis Senior High School is located in the Central Davis neighborhood of Davis, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Central Davis.
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