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| Metric | Davis School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 73,459 | 3,700 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 96 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $8,698/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 8/10 — Good | — | Above average |
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Ranked against 41 rated districts in UT → 78th percentile → 8/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2017–18 school year (most recent available for this district). Full methodology →
About Davis School District
Davis School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 84056 in Davis, Utah. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 84056. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Davis School District spent $8,698 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 2% above Utah’s statewide $8,500 estimate. Of the district’s 2019 graduating cohort of 5,449 students, an estimated 94% earned a diploma within four years (EDFacts adjusted cohort graduation rate).
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 96 schools serving approximately 73,459 students across grades Pre-K – 12th, Davis School District is a large district. Contact Davis School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 8/10 Rating
With a rating of 8/10 (good), Davis School District ranks among Utah’s above-average-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Utah is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Davis School District ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Utah on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 84056 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 84056
Children in zip code 84056 are assigned to Davis School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 84056, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Davis School District at (580)369-2386 or visit www.daviswolves.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Utah districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Davis
For families considering a purchase in the Davis area, district assignment matters financially. Because Davis School District serves zip code 84056, homes in and around zip code 84056 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Utah, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Davis School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 84056.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Davis School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 84056 data.