Serving 1,040 students in grades 6-8, James B. Davidson Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,040 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
James B. Davidson Middle School's student population of 1,040 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,040 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
James B. Davidson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James B. Davidson Middle School is 0.44, which is less 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
#4443 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
72%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James B. Davidson Middle School's ranking?
James B. Davidson Middle School is ranked #4443 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are James B. Davidson Middle School often compared to?
James B. Davidson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend James B. Davidson Middle School?
1,040 students attend James B. Davidson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of James B. Davidson Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James B. Davidson Middle School?
James B. Davidson Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does James B. Davidson Middle School offer ?
James B. Davidson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is James B. Davidson Middle School part of?
James B. Davidson Middle School is part of San Rafael City Elementary School District.
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