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#1529 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 44% in state

Bear Elementary School

Elementary School · Miamisburg City

545 School St, Miamisburg, OH 45342

Enrollment

214

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,529 of 3,441

In Miamisburg

#5 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 10

Miamisburg City

Academic growth

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Bear Elementary School

6.7/10

Elementary School in Miamisburg · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.4/10

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7.8/10

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About Bear Elementary School

Bear Elementary School is a public elementary school in Miamisburg, OH, part of Miamisburg City. Bear Elementary School serves approximately 214 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bear Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,529 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Bear Elementary School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,261
Chronic Absenteeism20.1%

Bear Elementary School — Students at Bear Elementary School score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 67.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
45.2%
ELA
57.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.

How Bear Elementary School Compares

See how Bear Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
56th percentile in OH
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
13 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

545 School St, Miamisburg, OH 45342

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bear Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jane Chance Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carlisle Primary Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Carlisle), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mound Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Miamisburg, see our Miamisburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Kinder Elementary School Miamisburg 1.2 mi 4.4
Mound Elementary School Miamisburg 1.4 mi 7.8
Mark Twain Elementary School Miamisburg 1.8 mi 7.7
Miamisburg Middle School Miamisburg 1.9 mi 6.3
Miamisburg High School Miamisburg 2.4 mi 5.5
BETHEL BAPTIST SCHOOL West Carrollton 2.8 mi 6.8
Carlisle High School Carlisle 3.4 mi 6.6
Carlisle Intermediate Elementary School Carlisle 3.4 mi 7.0
Carlisle Junior High School Carlisle 3.4 mi 7.5
Carlisle Primary Elementary School Carlisle 3.4 mi 7.9
Medlar View Elementary School Miamisburg 3.2 mi 7.7
Pennyroyal Elementary School Franklin 4.1 mi 7.0
Harry Russell Elementary School West Carrollton 3.7 mi 6.4
William C Schenck Elementary School Franklin 4.5 mi 7.5
GERMANTOWN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Germantown 3.7 mi 7.5
Maddux-Lang Primary School Miamisburg 4.0 mi 3.8
Jane Chance Elementary Miamisburg 4.1 mi 8.0
West Carrollton Middle School West Carrollton 4.0 mi 5.1
Valley View Intermediate School Germantown 3.7 mi 6.9
West Carrollton Early Childhood Center West Carrollton 4.2 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45342 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,936

Median Home Value

$206,800

Median Rent

$1,247/mo

Population

36,675

College Educated

33%

Homeownership

64%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.6%

Median Age

38.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bear Elementary School

What grades does Bear Elementary School serve?

Bear Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Bear Elementary School?

Bear Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 214 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bear Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bear Elementary School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bear Elementary School rank in OH?

Bear Elementary School ranks #1,529 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Bear Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bear Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bear Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bear Elementary School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bear Elementary School a charter school?

No, Bear Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bear Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Bear Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bear Elementary School?

72.9% of students at Bear Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

District

Miamisburg City
District Enrollment
4,925
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,261
District Rank
#6 of 10

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