Virginia Stevenson Elementary School

805 Old Harshman Rd
Dayton, OH 45431
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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6/
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Top 50%
Serving 290 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Virginia Stevenson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 33% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 290 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : Top 50% in OH
  • : 70-74% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Btm 50%)
  • : Virginia Stevenson Elementary School serves a central area in Dayton, OH, encompassing approximately 1.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Virginia Stevenson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Virginia Stevenson Elementary School's student population of 290 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
290 students

Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data

School Rankings

Virginia Stevenson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Virginia Stevenson Elementary School is 0.53, 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)
#1403 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

70-74%
54%

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

50-54%
60%

Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data

Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1

Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data

Asian
5%
3%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Hispanic
9%
8%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data

Black
11%
17%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

White
67%
65%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Two or more races
8%
7%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data

All Ethnic Groups
33%
0.53

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

(22-23)
43.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
42%

Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%

Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Virginia Stevenson Elementary School's ranking?
Virginia Stevenson Elementary School is ranked #1403 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Virginia Stevenson Elementary School?
290 students attend Virginia Stevenson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Virginia Stevenson Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Virginia Stevenson Elementary School?
Virginia Stevenson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Virginia Stevenson Elementary School offer ?
Virginia Stevenson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Virginia Stevenson Elementary School part of?
Virginia Stevenson Elementary School is part of Mad River Local School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 290 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 70-74% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Btm 50%)
  • : Virginia Stevenson Elementary School serves a central area in Dayton, OH, encompassing approximately 1.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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