Very Good
#997 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 29% in state
Hadley E Watts Middle School
Middle School · Centerville City
7056 Mcewen Rd, Dayton, OH 45459
Enrollment
732
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
732
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#997 of 3,441
In Dayton
#13 of 77
public schools
In district
#7 of 12
Centerville City
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Hadley E Watts Middle School
Hadley E Watts Middle School is a public middle school in Dayton, OH, part of Centerville City. Hadley E Watts Middle School serves approximately 732 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Hadley E Watts Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #997 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Hadley E Watts Middle School show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- OH avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Hadley E Watts Middle School — Students at Hadley E Watts Middle School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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 Hadley E Watts Middle School Compares
See how Hadley E Watts Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
7056 Mcewen Rd, Dayton, OH 45459
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hadley E Watts Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Tower Heights Middle School (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Centerville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Magsig Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Centerville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dayton, see our Dayton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST SCHOOL Dayton | 0.6 mi | — |
| CREATIVE WORLD OF MONTESSORI Dayton | 0.7 mi | — |
| Normandy Elementary School Dayton | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Dr John Hole Elementary School Dayton | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Centerville Primary Village South Centerville | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Magsig Middle School Centerville | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| INCARNATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Centerville | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| W O Cline Elementary School Centerville | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| THE MIAMI VALLEY SCHOOL Dayton | 2.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Stingley Elementary School Centerville | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Tower Heights Middle School Centerville | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| ALEXANDRIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Centerville | 2.0 mi | — |
| DAYTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Miamisburg | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| BISHOP LEIBOLD SCHOOL Dayton | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Centerville Primary Village North Centerville | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Centerville High School Centerville | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Bauer Elementary School Dayton | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Driscoll Elementary School Dayton | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Weller Elementary School Centerville | 2.9 mi | 8.4 |
| EFFICA SCHOOL OF MONTESSORI Centerville | 2.8 mi | — |
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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| Olmsted Falls Middle School Olmsted Falls, OH | 7.5 |
| Pickerington Lakeview Junior High Pickerington, OH | 7.5 |
| R B Chamberlin Middle School Twinsburg, OH | 7.5 |
| Springboro Intermediate School Springboro, OH | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hadley E Watts Middle School
What grades does Hadley E Watts Middle School serve?
Hadley E Watts Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Hadley E Watts Middle School?
Hadley E Watts Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 732 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hadley E Watts Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hadley E Watts Middle School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hadley E Watts Middle School rank in OH?
Hadley E Watts Middle School ranks #997 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Hadley E Watts Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hadley E Watts Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Hadley E Watts Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hadley E Watts Middle School has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hadley E Watts Middle School a charter school?
No, Hadley E Watts Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hadley E Watts Middle School a Title I school?
No, Hadley E Watts Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hadley E Watts Middle School?
23.8% of students at Hadley E Watts Middle 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 732
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.2%
- Phone
- (937) 434-0370
Resources & Links
District
Centerville City- District Enrollment
- 8,420
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,171
- District Rank
- #7 of 12
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