What Davis School District does

Davis School District is a public K-12 school district headquartered at 45 E. State St., Farmington, Utah, serving approximately 70,000+ students across 92 schools and 10 additional district facilities within a 268-square-mile service area covering Davis County. Founded in 1911 and governed by a seven-member elected Board of Education under the authority of the Utah State Board of Education, the district is led by Superintendent Dr. Dan Linford and funded through a combination of local property taxes, state education appropriations (Weighted Pupil Units), federal Title I and IDEA grants, and ancillary fees. Its instructional backbone is the proprietary Davis Model of Instruction — a 53-element framework organized into three categories (Feedback, Content, Context) — supplemented by comprehensive special education, early childhood (birth through age 5), Career and Technical Education, and Davis Connect online K-12 programs.

The district's technology stack centers on Canvas LMS for digital classroom delivery, Microsoft 365 (Student Advantage) for productivity, the MyDSD parent/student portal for registration and fee payment, and the internally developed myIDEA system for special education records management. Operational platforms include Tyler Technologies' MyRideK12 for bus tracking, Clever for single sign-on, Power BI for internal analytics, Apptegy for school websites, and Thrillshare for mass communications. The district maintains a broad partnership ecosystem spanning Microsoft, Tyler Technologies, Waterford Upstart, T-Mobile, Comcast/Xfinity, Aetna, Select Health, Davis Technical College, and the Davis Education Foundation, with wellness infrastructure (Kannact, Thrive Global, WellSteps) supporting employee benefits that earned the 2025 Aetna Platinum Workplace Well-being Award.

Commercially, Davis School District is not a revenue-generating enterprise in the conventional sense — it is a tax-funded public entity with no equity ownership, no IPO, and no shareholders. Ancillary revenue streams include modest early childhood tuition ($150–$250/month for preschool, $650–$900/month for employee childcare), school fees with waivers, and limited competitive grants. Distribution is exclusively geographic within Davis County boundaries, with limited out-of-district enrollment available via boundary permits. Strategic priorities evidenced in the data include capacity expansion (Still Water Elementary opened July 2026, Horizon Junior High rebuilt 2025, Bountiful HS CTE under construction), military family support (84 Purple Star Schools — the highest count of any Utah district), and digital modernization of instructional delivery.

Name

Davis School District

Legal name

Davis School District

Website

https://davis.k12.ut.us

Company type

Public

Founded year

1911

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

Davis School District is a public K-12 school district in Davis County, Utah, serving 70,000+ students across 92 schools with tax-funded per-pupil revenue, operating the Davis Model of Instruction alongside Canvas LMS, Microsoft 365, and Davis Connect online programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Elementary and Secondary Schools (61111), Educational Services (61), Other Schools and Instruction (6116)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Child Day Care Services (8351), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Nonsectarian Independent Boarding Schools (EDAJABAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Special Education Schools & Programs (EDAJAAAH), Specialized Instruction & Resource Support (Inclusion, Pull-Out, Co-Teaching) (EDAJAKAC), Specialized Programs & Classrooms (Autism, Emotional/Behavioral, Intellectual/Developmental, Multi-Disability) (EDAJAKAH), Family Advocacy, Parent Training & Support Services (EDAJAKAK)

Keywords

• K-12 public education
• Early childhood education
• Special education services
• Online K-12 learning
• School transportation services

Headquarters

HQ city

Farmington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Public Education Funding: Tax-funded public school district receiving revenue from local property taxes, state education funding, and federal education programs.
2. School Fees: Fees charged for school programs and extracurricular activities in accordance with Utah State Board of Education guidelines. Fee waivers available for qualifying families.
3. Employee Benefits Administration: District manages employee health insurance, wellness programs, and benefits with partner providers like Aetna and Select Health.
4. Early Childhood Tuition: Monthly tuition charged for inclusive preschool programs ranging from $150-$250/month depending on program tier and frequency.
5. Childcare Services: Full-time and part-time early childhood education training center fees for district employee children, ranging from $650-$900/month.

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Davis School District delivers free public K-12 education to students residing in Davis County, Utah, across 92 schools and additional district facilities. Its offerings include traditional classroom instruction structured by the proprietary Davis Model of Instruction, online K-12 learning through Davis Connect, comprehensive early childhood programs (Special Ed Preschool, Inclusive Preschool, Early Intervention, Head Start, Title I Preschool, and a High School Early Childhood Training Center), special education services managed through the myIDEA records system, student transportation tracked via MyRideK12, library services, and employee wellness programs. Auxiliary paid services include tiered preschool tuition and full-time/part-time childcare for district employee families.

Product overview

Davis School District operates as a unified public K-12 education platform serving Davis County, Utah. The district's core offering consists of traditional classroom instruction supplemented by structured programs including the Davis Model of Instruction (a proprietary 53-element instructional framework), Canvas LMS for digital learning management, Davis Connect for online education delivery, and comprehensive Early Childhood Programs spanning preschool through Head Start. The district provides specialized services including myIDEA special education records management, MyRideK12 transportation tracking powered by Tyler Technologies, and Davis Reads summer literacy initiatives. Key operational platforms include MyDSD parent/student portal, the Davis Library System, and the Davis Moves employee wellness program. The district maintains educational partnerships with institutions including Davis Technical College and external technology providers such as Microsoft (Student Advantage), Tyler Technologies (MyRideK12), Waterford Upstart (early learning), and Utah Education Network (digital media). The product portfolio functions as an integrated educational ecosystem where instructional programs, technology platforms, student services, and community engagement initiatives work together to serve approximately 70,000+ students across 92 schools.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Davis School District K-12 Public Education Free public K-12 education program serving students residing within Davis School District boundaries, including traditional classroom instruction across 92 schools, special education services, career and technical education, and extracurricular activities for school-age children and their families in Davis County, Utah.
• Davis Connect Online School K-12 online school program for families seeking full-time virtual or supplemental online learning options, delivered through Canvas LMS and accessible via the MyDSD portal.
• Early Childhood Programs Comprehensive early childhood services for children birth through age 5, including Special Ed Preschool, Inclusive Preschool, Child Find screening, Early Intervention (birth–36 months), High School Early Childhood Education Training Centers, and Head Start/Title I Preschool. Tuition ranges from $150–$250/month for community preschool and $650–$900/month for employee childcare, with fee waivers available.
• MyRideK12 Transportation Service District-wide school bus transportation service with route tracking via the MyRideK12 app and website, powered by Tyler Technologies. Enables families district-wide to view bus routes, pickup/drop-off times, and receive transportation updates.
• Child Find Screening Service Identification and evaluation service for children suspected of having a disability (birth through 21 years), including those in public schools, private schools, homeschooled, or preschoolers needing special education evaluation.
• Davis Reads Summer Literacy Program Summer literacy initiative challenging students to read for 45 days during summer vacation, with prizes awarded every five days and a special event for completers. Includes summer library access at elementary schools.
• District Emergency Management Program Comprehensive district-wide emergency preparedness and response program covering earthquake, fire, medical assist, active shooter, severe weather, and Standard Response Protocol (Hold, Secure, Lockdown, Evacuate, Shelter) procedures across all schools and facilities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 84 Purple Star Schools - more than any district in Utah
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration21 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Tyler TechnologiescoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership for My Ride K-12 app and website enabling families to track school bus routes, pickup/drop-off times, and receive transportation updates. District-wide deployment for all families.
• Waterford UpstartcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides PreK children with on-demand early learning program including software with reading, math and science lessons, personalized family coaching, and computer/internet access for qualifying families.
• T-MobilecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides 20 GB/month wireless hotspots to students without home internet access. Hotspots checked out through schools and must be returned at end of school year.
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationStudent Advantage program provides free Microsoft Office subscription to all students with district Office 365 accounts. Students can install on up to 5 devices. Access continues until graduation.
• Comcast/XfinityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternet Essentials program offers free high-speed internet for 2 months, then $10/month for qualifying families. Xfinity WiFi hotspots available throughout community.
• AetnacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealth insurance provider for district employees. Recognized district with 2025 Platinum Workplace Well-being Award for commitment to employee health.
• SupportLinc/CuraLinc HealthcarecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEmployee Assistance Program providing 24/7 emotional wellbeing support, short-term counseling, work-life benefits, financial coaching, and digital therapy resources to employees and families.
• KannactcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOne-on-one health coaching program for eligible employees and dependents at no cost. Personal health coaches help plan healthy futures.
• Thrive GlobalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBehavior change technology partnership providing Microsteps app for stress management, sleep, nutrition, fitness, and wellness. Includes access via web, mobile app, and Microsoft Teams.
• WellStepscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealth and wellness tracking platform enabling employees to earn $20 monthly health insurance discount through completing Personal Health Assessment and wellness activities.
• ApptegycoreTechnology or IntegrationWebsite platform provider powering all district and school websites with content management system.
• ClevercoreTechnology or IntegrationSingle sign-on platform enabling students to access district-approved apps and digital resources through Clever portal.
• CanvascoreTechnology or IntegrationLearning management system (LMS) for students, teachers, and guardians. Provides online classroom access, assignments, and grade tracking.
• Davis Technical CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTechnical college partnership with shared governance representation on district board. Career and technical education pathways for students.
• Davis Education FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNonprofit foundation supporting students and classrooms through fundraising, grants, and community events. Gala events with 500+ attendees raise funds for district programs.
• Select HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealth insurance provider offered as alternative to Aetna for district employees.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Alpine School District: Largest Utah school district by enrollment, serving northern Utah County communities. Directly comparable to Davis as a large Utah public K-12 district with similar funding model, governance structure, and K-12 + special education + early childhood service mix.
• Granite School District: Salt Lake City-area Utah public school district of comparable scale, with traditional K-12, special education, and community education programs. Direct peer in the same state funding and regulatory environment.
• Jordan School District: Large southern Salt Lake County Utah public K-12 district with similar size, programs, and funding model. Direct comparator for benchmarking operational scale, outcomes, and per-pupil efficiency.
• Canyons School District: Salt Lake County Utah public K-12 district carved out of the former Jordan District. Comparable in scale and program mix; useful peer for special education, online learning, and bond-driven capital expansion benchmarking.

Regional players

• Weber School District: Neighboring Weber County Utah public K-12 district bordering Davis County to the north. Comparable governance, funding, and program structure; students sometimes transfer between districts via boundary permits, making it a partial competitor for enrollment.

Emerging players

• Stride (K12 Inc): National online K-12 learning provider. Comparable to Davis Connect as a virtual school option; competes for online enrollment in Utah. Useful peer for understanding scale economics of K-12 online delivery.
• Connections Academy: Major online K-12 education provider operating in multiple U.S. states including Utah. Overlaps with Davis Connect's K-12 online school offering and represents a competitive threat for online enrollment.

Others

• Instructure (Canvas): Provider of the Canvas LMS that Davis School District uses district-wide. Adjacent/ecosystem peer - not a competing district, but a core technology platform whose product roadmap affects district operations.
• Waterford Upstart: National early-learning program that Davis School District partners with for PreK readiness. Adjacent ecosystem peer representing the early-childhood education partner model; relevant for understanding external early-learning infrastructure.

Broad incumbents

• Houston Independent School District: One of the largest U.S. public K-12 districts. Useful broad-scale comparator for understanding operating complexity, special education scale, and capital programs at city-district level, though different state funding environment.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/DavisSchools
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/DavisSchoolDistrict
• Facebookfacebook.com/davisschools
• Instagraminstagram.com/davisschools

Compliance9 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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