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#821 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 24% in state

Tower Heights Middle School

Middle School · Centerville City

195 N Johanna Dr, Centerville, OH 45459

Enrollment

558

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

7.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#821 of 3,441

In Centerville

#4 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 12

Centerville City

Academic performance

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Tower Heights Middle School

7.8/10

Middle School in Centerville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Tower Heights Middle School

Tower Heights Middle School is a public middle school in Centerville, OH, part of Centerville City. Tower Heights Middle School serves approximately 558 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Tower Heights Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #821 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Tower Heights Middle School show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.5
  • OH avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency71% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+19.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,171
Chronic Absenteeism14.5%

Tower Heights Middle School — Students at Tower Heights Middle School score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 77.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 82.5% (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
83%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
91%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
97%
2014
Math
83%
ELA
88%
2015
Math
73%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
74%
ELA
71%
2017
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
76%
ELA
81%
2019
Math
76%
ELA
81%
2020*
Math
59%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
59%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
75.6%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Tower Heights Middle School Compares

See how Tower Heights Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
76th percentile in OH
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

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

195 N Johanna Dr, Centerville, OH 45459

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tower Heights Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hadley E Watts Middle School (rated 7.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Dayton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Magsig Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Centerville, see our Centerville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ALEXANDRIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Centerville 0.2 mi
Stingley Elementary School Centerville 0.2 mi 7.8
Centerville High School Centerville 0.4 mi 7.2
INCARNATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Centerville 0.6 mi 6.1
Magsig Middle School Centerville 0.8 mi 7.3
W O Cline Elementary School Centerville 0.9 mi 7.5
Centerville Primary Village North Centerville 1.3 mi 5.5
Normandy Elementary School Dayton 1.3 mi 7.8
EFFICA SCHOOL OF MONTESSORI Centerville 1.7 mi
CREATIVE WORLD OF MONTESSORI Dayton 1.5 mi
Centerville Primary Village South Centerville 1.7 mi 5.9
Driscoll Elementary School Dayton 2.1 mi 8.2
Dr John Hole Elementary School Dayton 2.0 mi 8.5
Weller Elementary School Centerville 2.1 mi 8.4
Hadley E Watts Middle School Dayton 1.9 mi 7.5
FIRST SCHOOL Dayton 2.0 mi
J F Kennedy Elementary School Kettering 2.9 mi 8.4
ST CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL Kettering 3.2 mi 6.2
THE MIAMI VALLEY SCHOOL Dayton 3.3 mi 9.2
Oakview Elementary School Kettering 3.9 mi 8.8

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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Boardman Glenwood Junior High Youngstown, OH 7.8
Canaan Middle School Plain, OH 7.8
Central Intermediate School Wadsworth, OH 7.8
Claggett Middle School Medina, OH 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tower Heights Middle School

What grades does Tower Heights Middle School serve?

Tower Heights Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Tower Heights Middle School?

Tower Heights Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 558 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tower Heights Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Tower Heights Middle School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tower Heights Middle School rank in OH?

Tower Heights Middle School ranks #821 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Tower Heights Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Tower Heights Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Tower Heights Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tower Heights Middle School has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Tower Heights Middle School a charter school?

No, Tower Heights Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Tower Heights Middle School a Title I school?

No, Tower Heights Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tower Heights Middle School?

19.0% of students at Tower Heights 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
558
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

District

Centerville City
District Enrollment
8,420
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,171
District Rank
#6 of 12

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