Dalton Middle School

Dalton Middle School serves 274 students in grades 5 through 8 in the rural community of Dalton, Ohio. With 15 full-time teachers, the school maintains an 18.3-to-1 student-teacher ratio, allowing for meaningful classroom connections in this close-knit educational environment. Academically, Dalton Middle School demonstrates solid performance, earning a 7.1 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking in the 80th percentile among Ohio middle schools at #701 out of 3,468 schools statewide.

The school shows particular strength in mathematics, with 82% of students scoring proficient or above across grade levels, while 78% achieve proficiency in English Language Arts and reading. The school draws from a stable rural community where the median household income is $67,540 and median home values reach $207,500. With a low poverty rate of 9.1% among the 7,641 residents in the 44618 ZIP code, families tend to be economically secure, though only 25% hold bachelor's degrees or higher, reflecting the area's working-class character.

Located on North Church Street in Wayne County, Dalton Middle School operates in a rural setting that fosters strong community bonds and provides students with a supportive small-town educational experience.

Located in a rural area, Dalton Middle School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.