Southdale Elementary School

Southdale Elementary School serves 504 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Kettering, Ohio. With 27 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio, providing students with reasonable class sizes for personalized attention. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.2 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking #602 out of 3,468 Ohio elementary schools, placing it in the 83rd percentile statewide.

Students consistently perform well on state assessments, with 81% achieving proficient or above in English Language Arts and reading, while 80% meet or exceed proficiency standards in mathematics. These solid test scores reflect the school's commitment to academic excellence across all grade levels. Southdale Elementary sits in Montgomery County's 45409 ZIP code, a community where 62% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The neighborhood shows economic diversity, with a median household income of $74,375 and median home values around $210,700, though the area also has a poverty rate of 22.2%. This mix creates an environment where families from various backgrounds come together to support their children's education. The school operates within Kettering's small city setting, offering students the benefits of a close-knit community atmosphere while maintaining access to broader educational resources and opportunities.