Serving 552 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, River's Edge Montessori Elementary 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 34% (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 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: River's Edge Montessori PreK-6 School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Dayton, OH, covering an area of approximately 49.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10 to 12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.7 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
River's Edge Montessori Elementary School's student population of 552 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
552 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Rankings
River's Edge Montessori Elementary 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 River's Edge Montessori Elementary School is 0.54, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2327 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
63%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)11.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
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 River's Edge Montessori Elementary School's ranking?
River's Edge Montessori Elementary School is ranked #2327 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are River's Edge Montessori Elementary School often compared to?
River's Edge Montessori Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dayton Smart Elementary School, Ruskin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% 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 River's Edge Montessori Elementary School?
552 students attend River's Edge Montessori Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of River's Edge Montessori Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River's Edge Montessori Elementary School?
River's Edge Montessori Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does River's Edge Montessori Elementary School offer ?
River's Edge Montessori Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is River's Edge Montessori Elementary School part of?
River's Edge Montessori Elementary School is part of Dayton City School District.
In what neighborhood is River's Edge Montessori Elementary School located?
River's Edge Montessori Elementary School is located in the McPherson neighborhood of Dayton, OH.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
I highly recommend this school for active minds!
5 10/10/2025
Beautiful school in a very nice location! A very diverse student body as well as faculty body with a very friendly and safe environment for young minds to grow! Mrs. Amber Couchot is an amazing teacher and my son has grown as a student thanks to her strategic and creative approach to her classroom
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