Mad River Middle School

1801 Harshman Rd
Dayton, OH 45424
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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3/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 562 students in grades 5-9, Mad River 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 29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 5-9
  • Enrollment: 562 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • : Bottom 50% in OH
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • : 61% (Btm 50%)
  • : Mad River Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Dayton, OH, covering approximately 9.4 square miles. Most areas are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.4 miles.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

School Overview

Mad River Middle School's student population of 562 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-9
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
562 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

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School Rankings

Mad River 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 Mad River Middle School is 0.51, 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)
#2400 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

29%
54%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

47%
60%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

61%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
2%
3%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
8%
8%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓

Black
12%
17%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
68%
65%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
10%
7%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
32%
0.51

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
44.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Mad River Middle School's ranking?
Mad River Middle School is ranked #2400 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Mad River Middle School?
562 students attend Mad River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Mad River Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mad River Middle School?
Mad River Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mad River Middle School offer ?
Mad River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mad River Middle School part of?
Mad River Middle School is part of Mad River Local School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 5-9
  • Enrollment: 562 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • : 61% (Btm 50%)
  • : Mad River Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Dayton, OH, covering approximately 9.4 square miles. Most areas are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.4 miles.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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