DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Davis Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Decatur Public Schools school district, located in DECATUR, MI with about 375 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 24 teachers, Davis Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Davis Elementary School, located at 409 North Phelps St in Decatur, Michigan, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Decatur Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment of academic growth and personal development for its elementary-aged students. By emphasizing a supportive community atmosphere, the school strives to prepare its young learners for future success through a curriculum that balances core academics with social-emotional development.

Aligned with the district's "Raider Pride" motto, Davis Elementary places a strong emphasis on community spirit and local engagement. The school’s digital presence at [raiderpride.org](http://www.raiderpride.org) serves as a central hub for families to access academic resources, school calendars, and updates on district-wide initiatives. As a key part of the Decatur community, the school works closely with parents and local stakeholders to ensure a collaborative learning environment that upholds the values and traditions of the Raider community.

For more information, contact Davis Elementary School at (269) 423-6950 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

409 NORTH PHELPS ST
DECATUR, MI 49045-8849
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DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in DECATUR, MI with about 375 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Michigan

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
375
Teachers:
24.3
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 375 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 73% of the student body.

White
72.8%
Hispanic/Latino
20.8%
Two or more races
6.1%
Black or African American
0.3%

Female
51.5%
Male
48.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.