Serving 374 students in grades 7-8, Wright Brothers 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 7% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wright Brothers PreK-8 School serves the eastern part of Dayton, OH, within an attendance area of approximately 13 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 3.5 miles and the furthest edge located 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wright Brothers Middle School's student population of 374 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
374 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Wright Brothers 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 Wright Brothers Middle School is 0.72, 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
#3080 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
36%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)52.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
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 Wright Brothers Middle School's ranking?
Wright Brothers Middle School is ranked #3080 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Wright Brothers Middle School often compared to?
Wright Brothers Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastmont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Wright Brothers Middle School?
374 students attend Wright Brothers Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Wright Brothers Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wright Brothers Middle School?
Wright Brothers Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wright Brothers Middle School offer ?
Wright Brothers Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wright Brothers Middle School part of?
Wright Brothers Middle School is part of Dayton City School District.
In what neighborhood is Wright Brothers Middle School located?
Wright Brothers Middle School is located in the Wright View neighborhood of Dayton, OH.
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