Serving 274 students in grades 5-8, Dalton Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dalton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dalton Middle School's student population of 274 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dalton Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dalton Middle School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#459 out of 3137 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
1%
17%
White
89%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dalton Middle School's ranking?
Dalton Middle School is ranked #459 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Dalton Middle School often compared to?
Dalton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chippewa Intermediate School, John R Lea Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Dalton Middle School?
274 students attend Dalton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Dalton Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Dalton Middle School offer ?
Dalton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Dalton Middle School part of?
Dalton Middle School is part of Dalton Local School District.
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