Tower Heights Middle School

195 N Johanna Dr
Dayton, OH 45459
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 571 students in grades 6-8, Tower Heights Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 21% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 571 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 30% in OH
  • : 70% (Top 30%)
  • : 76% (Top 30%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

School Overview

Tower Heights Middle School's student population of 571 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
571 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers

School Rankings

Tower Heights Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tower Heights Middle 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)
#763 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
70%
54%
76%
60%
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
6%
17%
White
79%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.37
(22-23)
14.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tower Heights Middle School's ranking?
Tower Heights Middle School is ranked #763 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Tower Heights Middle School often compared to?
Tower Heights Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hadley E Watts Middle School, Weisenborn Junior High School, Stingley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Tower Heights Middle School?
571 students attend Tower Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Tower Heights Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tower Heights Middle School?
Tower Heights Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tower Heights Middle School offer ?
Tower Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tower Heights Middle School part of?
Tower Heights Middle School is part of Centerville City School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 571 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 70% (Top 30%)
  • : 76% (Top 30%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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