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#596 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 17% in state

Driscoll Elementary School

Elementary School · Centerville City

5767 Marshall Rd, Dayton, OH 45429

Enrollment

279

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

8.2

Grades

2nd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#596 of 3,441

In Dayton

#8 of 77

public schools

In district

#3 of 12

Centerville City

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Driscoll Elementary School

8.2/10

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

Centerville Primary Village North

5.5/10

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6.2/10

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About Driscoll Elementary School

Driscoll Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dayton, OH, part of Centerville City. Driscoll Elementary School serves approximately 279 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Driscoll Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #596 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Driscoll Elementary School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency70% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+16.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,171
Chronic Absenteeism9.3%

Driscoll Elementary School — Students at Driscoll Elementary School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 75.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 81.2% (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
81%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
86%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
69.6%
ELA
70.4%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Driscoll Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.2/10
83th percentile in OH
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.3%

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

5767 Marshall Rd, Dayton, OH 45429

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Driscoll Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prass Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Kettering), which scores notably higher. Another option is Orchard Park Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Kettering), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Oakview Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Kettering), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dayton, see our Dayton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Centerville Primary Village North Centerville 0.8 mi 5.5
ST CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL Kettering 1.2 mi 6.2
Dr John Hole Elementary School Dayton 1.1 mi 8.5
J F Kennedy Elementary School Kettering 1.2 mi 8.4
Oakview Elementary School Kettering 1.9 mi 8.8
INCARNATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Centerville 1.9 mi 6.1
Tower Heights Middle School Centerville 2.1 mi 7.8
Stingley Elementary School Centerville 2.1 mi 7.8
Normandy Elementary School Dayton 1.9 mi 7.8
ALEXANDRIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Centerville 2.3 mi
THE MIAMI VALLEY SCHOOL Dayton 1.9 mi 9.2
Centerville High School Centerville 2.4 mi 7.2
Van Buren Middle School Kettering 2.3 mi 7.3
Prass Elementary School Kettering 2.0 mi 9.3
Magsig Middle School Centerville 2.5 mi 7.3
Kettering Fairmont High School Kettering 2.7 mi 6.9
W O Cline Elementary School Centerville 2.8 mi 7.5
Hadley E Watts Middle School Dayton 2.4 mi 7.5
CREATIVE WORLD OF MONTESSORI Dayton 2.6 mi
Orchard Park Elementary School Kettering 2.9 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45429 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,291

Median Home Value

$221,200

Median Rent

$1,007/mo

Population

26,510

College Educated

48.2%

Homeownership

70.2%

Avg Commute

19.7 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

40.5

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Delta Elementary School Delta, OH 8.2
Eastview Elementary School Mansfield, OH 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Driscoll Elementary School

What grades does Driscoll Elementary School serve?

Driscoll Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.

How many students attend Driscoll Elementary School?

Driscoll Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 279 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Driscoll Elementary School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Driscoll Elementary School rank in OH?

Driscoll Elementary School ranks #596 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Driscoll Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Driscoll Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Driscoll Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Driscoll Elementary School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Driscoll Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Driscoll Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

29.0% of students at Driscoll 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
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
279
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.3%

District

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

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