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Edwin Joel Brown Middle School

Middle School · Dayton City

31 Willowwood Drive, Dayton, OH 45405

Enrollment

297

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

5.0

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,628 of 3,441

In Dayton

#46 of 77

public schools

In district

#18 of 26

Dayton City

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Edwin Joel Brown Middle School

5.0/10

Middle School in Dayton · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Edwin Joel Brown Middle School

Edwin Joel Brown Middle School is a public middle school in Dayton, OH, part of Dayton City. Edwin Joel Brown Middle School serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Edwin Joel Brown Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,628 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Edwin Joel Brown Middle School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.3
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Edwin Joel Brown Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

77% of students at Edwin Joel Brown Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.2Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-33.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment6.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,177
Chronic Absenteeism77.4%

Edwin Joel Brown Middle School — Students at Edwin Joel Brown Middle School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 17.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 24.9% (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
26%
ELA
38%
2010
Math
31%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
24%
ELA
38%
2012
Math
25%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
25%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
18%
ELA
21%
2016
Math
13%
ELA
11%
2017
Math
11%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
9.9%
ELA
17.3%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Edwin Joel Brown Middle School Compares

See how Edwin Joel Brown Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
24th percentile in OH
Academic
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
77.4%

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

31 Willowwood Drive, Dayton, OH 45405

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edwin Joel Brown Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DOMINION ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is River's Edge Montessori Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Summit Academy Community School - Dayton (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dayton, see our Dayton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Gem City Career Prep High School Dayton 0.7 mi 4.5
Richard Allen Preparatory Dayton 0.9 mi 3.5
DECA PREP Dayton 1.0 mi 4.5
Fairview Elementary School Dayton 0.9 mi 5.2
DOMINION ACADEMY Dayton 1.2 mi 7.9
Summit Academy Community School - Dayton Dayton 1.6 mi 6.9
Alliance Community Schools Inc. dba Dayton Leadership Acade Dayton 1.7 mi 3.5
Charity Adams Earley Girls Academy Dayton 1.8 mi 4.5
Horizon Science Academy-Dayton Dayton 1.9 mi 3.1
Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School Dayton 1.9 mi 4.8
Edison Elementary School Dayton 2.0 mi 5.8
Dayton Business Technology High School Dayton 1.9 mi 3.7
River's Edge Montessori Elementary School Dayton 1.8 mi 7.6
The Dayton School Dayton 1.7 mi
NORTHRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Dayton 2.1 mi 3.3
Northridge High School Dayton 2.1 mi 4.5
Klepinger Community School Dayton 1.9 mi 5.0
Rosa Parks Early Learning Center Dayton 1.8 mi 5.3
Dayton Digital Academy Dayton 2.4 mi
Mound Street Academy Dayton 2.4 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,901

Median Home Value

$74,100

Median Rent

$858/mo

Population

19,322

College Educated

19.1%

Homeownership

33.8%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

26%

Median Age

38.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edwin Joel Brown Middle School

What grades does Edwin Joel Brown Middle School serve?

Edwin Joel Brown Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Edwin Joel Brown Middle School?

Edwin Joel Brown Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Edwin Joel Brown Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Edwin Joel Brown Middle School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Edwin Joel Brown Middle School rank in OH?

Edwin Joel Brown Middle School ranks #2,628 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Edwin Joel Brown Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Edwin Joel Brown Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Edwin Joel Brown Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edwin Joel Brown Middle School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Edwin Joel Brown Middle School a charter school?

No, Edwin Joel Brown Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Edwin Joel Brown Middle School a Title I school?

No, Edwin Joel Brown Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
77.4%

District

Dayton City
District Enrollment
12,441
Schools in District
28
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,177
District Rank
#18 of 26

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