W. P. Davidson High School is a four-year senior high school located in Mobile, Alabama. The school operates in the Mobile County Public School System. The school serves a section of Tillmans Corner. There are roughly 1,700 students and 110–125 staff members at the school.
Serving 1,473 students in grades 9-12, Wp Davidson High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wp Davidson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wp Davidson High School's student population of 1,473 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1960
School Rankings
Wp Davidson High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wp Davidson High School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#485 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
1%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
55%
32%
White
25%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wp Davidson High School's ranking?
Wp Davidson High School is ranked #485 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Wp Davidson High School often compared to?
Wp Davidson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baker High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wp Davidson High School?
The graduation rate of Wp Davidson High School is 87%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Wp Davidson High School?
1,473 students attend Wp Davidson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Wp Davidson High School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wp Davidson High School?
Wp Davidson High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wp Davidson High School offer ?
Wp Davidson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wp Davidson High School part of?
Wp Davidson High School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Wp Davidson High School located?
Wp Davidson High School is located in the Airmont neighborhood of Mobile, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in Airmont.
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