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#1 of 713 private schools in OH

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The Miami Valley School

School

5151 DENISE DR, Dayton, OH 45429

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

439

Student-Teacher

7.4:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Enrollment

439

Student-Teacher

7.4:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Ohio private schools

#1 of 713

In Dayton

#1 of 14

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About The Miami Valley School

The Miami Valley School is a private school in Dayton, OH. The Miami Valley School serves approximately 439 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. The Miami Valley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #1 of 713 private schools in OH.

What's said publicly about The Miami Valley School

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

The Miami Valley School (MVS) is a private, independent day school located in Dayton, Ohio, serving students from Pre-K through grade 12 1 . Founded in 1964, the institution operates as a non-profit organization 1 . It holds accreditation from the Independent Schools Association of the Central States and maintains membership in both the Ohio Association of Independent Schools (OAIS) and the National Association of Independent Schools 1 . The school currently serves approximately 480 students across all grade levels 1 .

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How it compares2.8 pts above OH schools

9.2

This school 9.2 · Excellent
OH avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 7.4:1 students to teachers, The Miami Valley School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Miami Valley School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How The Miami Valley School compares to 81 public schools serving similar grades in Dayton, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio

7.4:1

This School

16.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

439

This School

379

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

9.2

This School

5.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 52.2% vs 0%

Asian 23.9% vs 0%

Black 12.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 3% vs 0%

The Miami Valley School Dayton Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
The Miami Valley School (this school)	—	439	7.4:1	9.2
Dr John Hole Elementary School	1.3 mi	400	18.2:1	8.5
Driscoll Elementary School	1.9 mi	279	14.7:1	8.2
Miami Valley Academies	2.1 mi	115	12.8:1	5.7
Hadley E Watts Middle School	2.2 mi	732	15.9:1	7.5
West Carrollton Intermediate School	2.2 mi	466	16.1:1	6.0
Julian & Marjorie Lange School Elementary School	2.2 mi	115	16.4:1	5.7
Normandy Elementary School	2.3 mi	469	19.5:1	7.8
Harold Schnell Elementary School	2.7 mi	501	19.3:1	6.5
Bauer Elementary School	2.9 mi	368	16.7:1	7.0
Smith Elementary School	2.9 mi	514	16.6:1	9.4
Oakwood Junior High School	3.3 mi	305	11.7:1	9.6
Oakwood High School	3.3 mi	668	19.1:1	8.9
Harman Elementary School	3.5 mi	428	15.9:1	9.6
Horace Mann Elementary School	3.8 mi	385	17.5:1	6.2
Montgomery Preparatory Academy	4.2 mi	249	16.6:1	6.3
Dayton Early College Academy Inc	4.5 mi	343	14.9:1	7.1
Belmont High School	4.6 mi	1,124	18.1:1	3.7
Dunbar Early College High School	4.9 mi	528	17.6:1	3.1
Louise Troy Elementary School	5.0 mi	343	12.7:1	5.6
Dayton Athletic Vocational Academy	5.0 mi	92	18.4:1	4.0

Showing 20 of 81 schools. View all schools in Dayton

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in OH.

Classroom Attention

A 9.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.4:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.6 / 10

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School Day Length 7.7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,332.1

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 65%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 439

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in OH

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 52.2%

Asian 23.9%

Black 12.8%

Two or More 8.0%

Hispanic 3.0%

Native American 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5151 DENISE DR, Dayton, OH 45429

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Miami Valley School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Smith Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Orchard Park Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Kettering), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Oakview Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Kettering), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dayton, see our Dayton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Dr John Hole Elementary School Dayton	1.3 mi	400	8.5
Van Buren Middle School Kettering	1.6 mi	607	7.3
ST CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL Kettering	1.4 mi	437	6.2
Oakview Elementary School Kettering	1.7 mi	479	8.8
Kettering Fairmont High School Kettering	1.9 mi	2,525	6.9
Hadley E Watts Middle School Dayton	2.2 mi	732	7.5
ST ALBERT THE GREAT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kettering	2.1 mi	205	7.6
Julian & Marjorie Lange School Elementary School Dayton	2.2 mi	115	5.7
Normandy Elementary School Dayton	2.3 mi	469	7.8
Driscoll Elementary School Dayton	1.9 mi	279	8.2
Orchard Park Elementary School Kettering	2.3 mi	308	9.1
Southdale Elementary School Kettering	2.4 mi	504	8.6
West Carrollton Intermediate School Dayton	2.2 mi	466	6.0
Miami Valley Academies Dayton	2.1 mi	115	5.7
CREATIVE WORLD OF MONTESSORI Dayton	2.8 mi	28	—
FIRST SCHOOL Dayton	2.8 mi	18	—
Centerville Primary Village North Centerville	2.4 mi	602	5.5
INCARNATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Centerville	2.8 mi	870	6.1
Smith Elementary School Dayton	2.9 mi	514	9.4
BISHOP LEIBOLD SCHOOL Dayton	2.6 mi	310	7.7

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Miami Valley School

What grades does The Miami Valley School serve?

The Miami Valley School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend The Miami Valley School?

The Miami Valley School has an enrollment of approximately 439 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Miami Valley School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Miami Valley School is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Miami Valley School rank in OH?

The Miami Valley School ranks #1 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is The Miami Valley School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Miami Valley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Miami Valley School a private school?

Yes, The Miami Valley School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is The Miami Valley School a religious school?

No, The Miami Valley School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 31 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment: 439
Gender Split: 47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 7.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 60
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7.7 hours
Days Per Year: 173 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Montgomery County
Phone: (937) 434-4444

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