Serving 326 students in grades 7-9, Edwin Joel Brown Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Edwin Joel Brown PreK-8 School serves the northwest part of Dayton, OH, covering an area of approximately 13.4 square miles. Families can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edwin Joel Brown Middle School's student population of 326 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1916
School Rankings
Edwin Joel Brown Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edwin Joel Brown Middle School is 0.38, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3045 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
78%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
6%
Showing 2002–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edwin Joel Brown Middle School's ranking?
Edwin Joel Brown Middle School is ranked #3045 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Edwin Joel Brown Middle School often compared to?
Edwin Joel Brown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thurgood Marshall High School, Horizon Science Academy-dayton by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Edwin Joel Brown Middle School?
326 students attend Edwin Joel Brown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Edwin Joel Brown Middle School students are Black, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edwin Joel Brown Middle School?
Edwin Joel Brown Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edwin Joel Brown Middle School offer ?
Edwin Joel Brown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edwin Joel Brown Middle School part of?
Edwin Joel Brown Middle School is part of Dayton City School District.
In what neighborhood is Edwin Joel Brown Middle School located?
Edwin Joel Brown Middle School is located in the Hillcrest neighborhood of Dayton, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Hillcrest.
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