Dr John Hole Elementary School

180 W Whipp Rd
Dayton, OH 45459
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 376 students in grades 2-5, Dr John Hole Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 2-5
  • Enrollment: 376 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 20% in OH
  • : 84% (Top 10%)
  • : 78% (Top 20%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • : Dr. John Hole Elementary School serves the northwest part of Dayton, OH, with an attendance zone covering approximately 6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4 miles from the school.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Dr John Hole Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Dr John Hole Elementary School's student population of 376 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
376 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers

School Rankings

Dr John Hole Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr John Hole Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#358 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
84%
54%
78%
60%
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
4%
17%
White
79%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.37
(22-23)
13.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dr John Hole Elementary School's ranking?
Dr John Hole Elementary School is ranked #358 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Dr John Hole Elementary School often compared to?
Dr John Hole Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Driscoll Elementary School, Normandy Elementary School, Centerville Primary Village North by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Dr John Hole Elementary School?
376 students attend Dr John Hole Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Dr John Hole Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr John Hole Elementary School?
Dr John Hole Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dr John Hole Elementary School offer ?
Dr John Hole Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr John Hole Elementary School part of?
Dr John Hole Elementary School is part of Centerville City School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 2-5
  • Enrollment: 376 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 84% (Top 10%)
  • : 78% (Top 20%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • : Dr. John Hole Elementary School serves the northwest part of Dayton, OH, with an attendance zone covering approximately 6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4 miles from the school.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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