WP Davidson High School
1,535 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
WP Davidson High School, located on Pleasant Valley Road in Mobile, Alabama, is a prominent secondary institution within the Mobile County Public School System. Serving a diverse student body, the school is well-regarded for its comprehensive academic curriculum, which includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and specialized programs designed to prepare students for post-secondary success. Beyond the classroom, Davidson places a strong emphasis on extracurricular engagement, offering a robust selection of athletic teams, fine arts programs, and student-led clubs that foster a vibrant school spirit and community involvement.
The school is notably recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and its goal of cultivating well-rounded citizens. By leveraging modern educational resources and fostering strong partnerships between faculty, students, and parents, Davidson High School strives to provide a supportive environment that addresses the unique needs of its learners. Whether through its competitive sports programs or its dedication to rigorous college preparatory work, the school remains a focal point of the local community, consistently aiming to equip its students with the skills and character necessary to thrive in an evolving global landscape.
The school is notably recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and its goal of cultivating well-rounded citizens. By leveraging modern educational resources and fostering strong partnerships between faculty, students, and parents, Davidson High School strives to provide a supportive environment that addresses the unique needs of its learners. Whether through its competitive sports programs or its dedication to rigorous college preparatory work, the school remains a focal point of the local community, consistently aiming to equip its students with the skills and character necessary to thrive in an evolving global landscape.
1,535
Total Students
84.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
52.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 376 |
| Hispanic | 138 |
| Black | 864 |
| Asian | 87 |
| Two or More | 62 |
| American Indian | 4 |
| Pacific Islander | 4 |
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Black864 (56.3 %)
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White376 (24.5 %)
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Hispanic138 (9.0 %)
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Asian87 (5.7 %)
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Two or More62 (4.0 %)
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American Indian4 (0.3 %)
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Pacific Islander4 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Mobile County |
| Phone: | (251)221-3084 |
| Website: | http://davidson.mcs.schoolinsites.com/ |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,535 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 84.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 810 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
525
Grade 10
383
Grade 11
311
Grade 12
316
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 525 |
| Grade 10 | 383 |
| Grade 11 | 311 |
| Grade 12 | 316 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 731 | 47.6% |
| Male | 804 | 52.4% |
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