Serving 746 students in grades 6-8, Alfonza W Davis Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 746 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alfonza W Davis Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Alfonza W Davis Middle School's student population of 746 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
746 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alfonza W Davis Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alfonza W Davis Middle School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#802 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
12%
22%
Black
32%
7%
White
38%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alfonza W Davis Middle School's ranking?
Alfonza W Davis Middle School is ranked #802 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Alfonza W Davis Middle School often compared to?
Alfonza W Davis Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alice Buffett Magnet 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 46% NE state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Alfonza W Davis Middle School?
746 students attend Alfonza W Davis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Alfonza W Davis Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alfonza W Davis Middle School?
Alfonza W Davis Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Alfonza W Davis Middle School offer ?
Alfonza W Davis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alfonza W Davis Middle School part of?
Alfonza W Davis Middle School is part of Omaha School District.
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