Serving 837 students in grades 7-12, Stivers School For The Arts 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 42% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 837 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stivers School For The Arts serves an attendance zone that spans the entire school district of Dayton, OH, covering approximately 49.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 7.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stivers School For The Arts's student population of 837 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
837 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1908
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stivers School For The Arts 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 Stivers School For The Arts is 0.63, which is more 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
#1831 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
53%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
29%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
13%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stivers School For The Arts's ranking?
Stivers School For The Arts is ranked #1831 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Stivers School For The Arts often compared to?
Stivers School For The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stivers School For The Arts?
The graduation rate of Stivers School For The Arts is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Stivers School For The Arts?
837 students attend Stivers School For The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Stivers School For The Arts students are Black, 29% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stivers School For The Arts?
Stivers School For The Arts has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stivers School For The Arts offer ?
Stivers School For The Arts offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stivers School For The Arts part of?
Stivers School For The Arts is part of Dayton City School District.
In what neighborhood is Stivers School For The Arts located?
Stivers School For The Arts is located in the Historic Inner East neighborhood of Dayton, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in Historic Inner East.
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