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Mound Street Academy

High School · Dayton City

354 Mound St, Dayton, OH 45402

Enrollment

150

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

5.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,443 of 3,441

In Dayton

#42 of 77

public schools

In district

#16 of 26

Dayton City

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Mound Street Academy

5.3/10

High School in Dayton · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mound Street Academy

Mound Street Academy is a public high school in Dayton, OH, part of Dayton City. Mound Street Academy serves approximately 150 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mound Street Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,443 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Mound Street Academy show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 4.4
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 150 students, Mound Street Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Mound Street Academy 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change0 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2021
TrendStable
Academics1.7Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-37.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
College Readiness1.5Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate15%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,177

Mound Street Academy — Students at Mound Street Academy score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 10.0% (multi-year average, 2020-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 10.0% (multi-year average, 2020-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2020*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
10%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Mound Street Academy Compares

See how Mound Street Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
29th percentile in OH
Academic
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

354 Mound St, Dayton, OH 45402

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mound Street Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CHAMINADE JULIENNE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dayton Early College Academy Inc (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center (rated 5.3/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dayton, see our Dayton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Dayton Digital Academy Dayton 0.0 mi
David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center Dayton 0.3 mi 5.3
Edison Elementary School Dayton 0.6 mi 5.8
Dayton Business Technology High School Dayton 0.9 mi 3.7
Alliance Community Schools Inc. dba Dayton Leadership Acade Dayton 0.9 mi 3.5
CHAMINADE JULIENNE HIGH SCHOOL Dayton 0.9 mi 7.4
City Day Community School Dayton 1.0 mi 2.5
Louise Troy Elementary School Dayton 1.3 mi 5.6
River's Edge Montessori Elementary School Dayton 1.5 mi 7.6
DECA PREP Dayton 1.6 mi 4.5
DOMINION ACADEMY Dayton 1.6 mi 7.9
Dayton Career Tech High School Dayton 1.4 mi 5.3
Emerson Academy Dayton 1.5 mi 4.5
Gem City Career Prep High School Dayton 1.9 mi 4.5
Dunbar Early College High School Dayton 1.7 mi 3.1
Dayton Early College Academy Inc Dayton 1.6 mi 7.1
ST BENEDICT THE MOOR CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dayton 1.6 mi 5.6
HILLEL ACADEMY OF GREATER DAYTON Dayton 1.8 mi 8.1
HOLY ANGELS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dayton 1.7 mi 9.1
Dayton SMART Elementary School Dayton 1.7 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,386

Median Home Value

$105,900

Median Rent

$921/mo

Population

9,964

College Educated

29.7%

Homeownership

37.2%

Avg Commute

20.4 min

Poverty Rate

24.5%

Median Age

35.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mound Street Academy

What grades does Mound Street Academy serve?

Mound Street Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Mound Street Academy?

Mound Street Academy has an enrollment of approximately 150 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mound Street Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Mound Street Academy is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mound Street Academy rank in OH?

Mound Street Academy ranks #2,443 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Mound Street Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Mound Street Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Mound Street Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mound Street Academy has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021).

Is Mound Street Academy a charter school?

No, Mound Street Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mound Street Academy a Title I school?

No, Mound Street Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Montgomery County
4-Year Graduation
15.0%

District

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

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