John S. Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School is a public magnet school for the fine and performing arts located in downtown Augusta, Georgia, United States. It draws students in grades 6 through 12 throughout Richmond County.
Serving 727 students in grades 6-12, Davidson Magnet School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davidson Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Davidson Magnet School's student population of 727 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
727 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1934
Colors
Maroon, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Davidson Magnet School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davidson Magnet School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#206 out of 2204 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
45%
36%
White
37%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Titan
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davidson Magnet School's ranking?
Davidson Magnet School is ranked #206 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Davidson Magnet School often compared to?
Davidson Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnson Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Davidson Magnet School?
The graduation rate of Davidson Magnet School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Davidson Magnet School?
727 students attend Davidson Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Davidson Magnet School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Davidson Magnet School?
Davidson Magnet School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Davidson Magnet School offer ?
Davidson Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Davidson Magnet School part of?
Davidson Magnet School is part of Richmond County School District.
In what neighborhood is Davidson Magnet School located?
Davidson Magnet School is located in the Downtown Augusta neighborhood of Augusta, GA.
School Reviews
Review Davidson Magnet School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Parents’ Guide to Special Education
Special education law is not easy to decipher, with several regulations that govern special education services for disabled students. In this article, learn about the core components of the laws, rights, and individual education plans that can help create the best public school environment for your child.
Surveillance Cameras: Violation of Rights or Improved Security?
A school district in Virginia has given the green light to schools that want to install surveillance cameras in common areas like cafeterias and hallways. We’ll look at whether this is a violation of student privacy or the best way to keep order in schools.
Teachers in 19 States Allowed to Physically Punish Students
As of 2014, nineteen states still allow corporal punishment – spanking and paddling the most common choices – in their public schools. However, some argue that not only are these punishments physically harmful, they also are disproportionately administered to students of color. As a result, House democrats have taken up the issue in a new bill that would ban all forms of corporal punishment nationwide.
