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#433 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 13% in state

Dr John Hole Elementary School

Elementary School · Centerville City

180 W Whipp Rd, Dayton, OH 45459

Enrollment

400

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

8.5

Grades

2nd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#433 of 3,441

In Dayton

#6 of 77

public schools

In district

#1 of 12

Centerville City

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Dr John Hole Elementary School

8.5/10

Elementary School in Dayton · grades 2nd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Normandy Elementary School

7.8/10

1.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Driscoll Elementary School

8.2/10

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About Dr John Hole Elementary School

Dr John Hole Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dayton, OH, part of Centerville City. Dr John Hole Elementary School serves approximately 400 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr John Hole Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #433 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Dr John Hole Elementary School show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency80.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency80% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+28.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,171
Chronic Absenteeism13%

Dr John Hole Elementary School — Students at Dr John Hole Elementary School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 84.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 83.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
86%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
88%
ELA
94%
2015
Math
83%
ELA
81%
2016
Math
80%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
84%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
81%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
81%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
78%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
78%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
80.4%
ELA
78.6%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Dr John Hole Elementary School Compares

See how Dr John Hole Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
87th percentile in OH
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

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

180 W Whipp Rd, Dayton, OH 45459

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dr John Hole Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oakview Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Kettering), which scores slightly higher. Another option is J F Kennedy Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Kettering), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Driscoll Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dayton, see our Dayton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Normandy Elementary School Dayton 1.2 mi 7.8
Driscoll Elementary School Dayton 1.1 mi 8.2
THE MIAMI VALLEY SCHOOL Dayton 1.3 mi 9.2
Centerville Primary Village North Centerville 1.2 mi 5.5
INCARNATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Centerville 1.6 mi 6.1
Hadley E Watts Middle School Dayton 1.4 mi 7.5
ST CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL Kettering 1.6 mi 6.2
CREATIVE WORLD OF MONTESSORI Dayton 1.8 mi
Stingley Elementary School Centerville 1.9 mi 7.8
Magsig Middle School Centerville 2.1 mi 7.3
Tower Heights Middle School Centerville 2.0 mi 7.8
FIRST SCHOOL Dayton 2.0 mi
Oakview Elementary School Kettering 2.2 mi 8.8
ALEXANDRIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Centerville 2.2 mi
W O Cline Elementary School Centerville 2.4 mi 7.5
Van Buren Middle School Kettering 2.4 mi 7.3
Centerville High School Centerville 2.4 mi 7.2
J F Kennedy Elementary School Kettering 2.2 mi 8.4
Centerville Primary Village South Centerville 2.7 mi 5.9
Kettering Fairmont High School Kettering 2.8 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45459 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,144

Median Home Value

$276,100

Median Rent

$1,187/mo

Population

28,454

College Educated

49.9%

Homeownership

66.6%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

48.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dr John Hole Elementary School

What grades does Dr John Hole Elementary School serve?

Dr John Hole Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.

How many students attend Dr John Hole Elementary School?

Dr John Hole Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr John Hole Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dr John Hole Elementary School is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dr John Hole Elementary School rank in OH?

Dr John Hole Elementary School ranks #433 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Dr John Hole Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dr John Hole Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Dr John Hole Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr John Hole Elementary School has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Dr John Hole Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Dr John Hole Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Dr John Hole Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr John Hole Elementary School?

17.8% of students at Dr John Hole 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
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

District

Centerville City
District Enrollment
8,420
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,171
District Rank
#1 of 12

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