Benjamin O. Davis High School is a public high school located in unincorporated Harris County, Texas, USA, near Houston, and a part of the Aldine Independent School District. It is classified as a 6A school by the UIL. In 2019, the school received a C grade from the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 3,264 students in grades 9-12, Davis H S Aldine ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 72% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davis H S Aldine ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Davis H S Aldine's student population of 3,264 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 191 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
191 teachers
Year Founded
2012
Colors
White, Red
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Rankings
Davis H S Aldine ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davis H S Aldine is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7884 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
28%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
72%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcons
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davis H S Aldine's ranking?
Davis H S Aldine is ranked #7884 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Davis H S Aldine often compared to?
Davis H S Aldineis often viewed alongside schools like Aldine High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Davis H S Aldine?
The graduation rate of Davis H S Aldine is 72%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Davis H S Aldine?
3,264 students attend Davis H S Aldine.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Davis H S Aldine students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Davis H S Aldine?
Davis H S Aldine has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Davis H S Aldine offer ?
Davis H S Aldine offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Davis H S Aldine part of?
Davis H S Aldine is part of Aldine Independent School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
davis is a good schoool but too much stuff todo
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