Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Junior High

School Overview
Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Junior High School is a public middle school located in Davis, California, serving students in grades 7 through 9 within the Davis Joint Unified School District. The school is named in honor of Frances Ellen Watkins Harper, a prominent 19th-century abolitionist, suffragist, and poet, reflecting a commitment to social justice and academic excellence. The campus is designed to foster a supportive learning environment that bridges the transition between elementary and high school, emphasizing both intellectual growth and the development of essential life skills.

Academically, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes core subjects, elective pathways, and specialized support services to meet the diverse needs of its student population. Beyond the classroom, Harper Junior High encourages student involvement through a variety of extracurricular activities, such as athletics, performing arts, and student-led clubs, which help cultivate a vibrant school culture. By prioritizing a holistic approach to education and maintaining a strong partnership with the local community, the school strives to prepare its students for success in high school and beyond.
533
Total Students
26.5
Full-Time Teachers
20.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
43.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Junior High
Demographic Student Count
White207
Hispanic173
Black27
Asian82
Two or More39
American Indian2
Pacific Islander3
  • White
    207 (38.8%)
  • Hispanic
    173 (32.5%)
  • Asian
    82 (15.4%)
  • Two or More
    39 (7.3%)
  • Black
    27 (5.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.6%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Davis Joint Unified
Phone: (530)757-5330
Website: http://harper.djusd.net
Grade Range: 7th - 9th
Total Students: 533
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 26.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 20.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 182
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 50
Grades Taught
Grade 7 179
Grade 8 176
Grade 9 178

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Junior High
Grade Student Count
Grade 7179
Grade 8176
Grade 9178
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Junior High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female25046.9%
Male28353.1%