Serving 944 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Edgar B Davis ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 944 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edgar B Davis ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Edgar B Davis's student population of 944 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
944 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Edgar B Davis ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edgar B Davis is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1323 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
20%
25%
Black
64%
10%
White
9%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgar B Davis's ranking?
Edgar B Davis is ranked #1323 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Edgar B Davis often compared to?
Edgar B Davisis often viewed alongside schools like Gordon W. Mitchell School, Central by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Edgar B Davis?
944 students attend Edgar B Davis.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Edgar B Davis students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edgar B Davis?
Edgar B Davis has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Edgar B Davis offer ?
Edgar B Davis offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edgar B Davis part of?
Edgar B Davis is part of Brockton School District.
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