Davis Bilingual Magnet School

davises.tusd1.org

295 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Davis Bilingual Magnet School, located in Tucson, Arizona, is a distinct educational institution within the Tucson Unified School District that places a heavy emphasis on dual-language immersion. The school’s core mission is to develop students who are biliterate and bicultural, providing rigorous academic instruction in both English and Spanish. By integrating language learning into all subject areas, Davis aims to foster high levels of cognitive development and cultural appreciation, preparing students to thrive in a diverse, global society.

Beyond its language curriculum, the school is known for its strong community atmosphere and focus on academic excellence. As a magnet school, it attracts families who are looking for a unique pedagogical approach that goes beyond traditional education. The faculty and staff prioritize an inclusive environment where students are encouraged to celebrate their heritage while mastering both languages, ensuring that graduates leave with a competitive academic advantage and a deep sense of connection to their community.

295

Total Students

20.0

Full-Time Teachers

14.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Davis Bilingual Magnet School
Demographic	Student Count
White	62
Hispanic	205
Black	10
Asian	1
Two or More	13
American Indian	4

Hispanic
205 (69.5%)
White
62 (21.0%)
Two or More
13 (4.4%)
Black
10 (3.4%)
American Indian
4 (1.4%)
Asian
1 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Tucson Unified District (4403)
Phone:	(520)225-1400
Website:	http://davises.tusd1.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	295
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	20.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 43

Grade 1 54

Grade 2 52

Grade 3 47

Grade 4 49

Grade 5 50