Summary:
The zip code 95616 in Davis, California, is served by 11 schools in the Davis Joint Unified district, including five elementary, two middle, three high, and one alternative K-12 school, collectively serving around 5,200 students in a high-performing district ranked in the 87th percentile statewide.
Overall, schools in this area significantly outperform state averages in test scores and graduation rates. Standout schools include the flagship Davis Senior High, ranking in the 98th percentile, and Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High in the 95th percentile. The Da Vinci Charter Academy boasts the highest graduation rate (98.6%) in the area. However, there is a notable performance gap, with Martin Luther King High facing significant challenges in graduation and absenteeism, despite higher per-student funding.
For parents, the data shows a generally excellent educational environment, particularly at the traditional comprehensive schools. It's valuable to compare models, as the successful charter and smaller schools like Fairfield Elementary offer different approaches. Key factors to consider beyond test scores include chronic absenteeism rates, which are low district-wide but critical for student success, and the specific program fit, as the district offers both traditional and alternative educational pathways.
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