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#2814 of 3,441 schools in OH

Trotwood-madison Middle School

Middle School · Trotwood-Madison City

4420 N Union Rd, Trotwood, OH 45426

Enrollment

537

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

4.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,814 of 3,441

In Trotwood

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Trotwood-Madison City

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Trotwood-madison Middle School

4.7/10

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

Trotwood-madison Early Learning Center

7.2/10

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Trotwood-madison High School

3.3/10

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About Trotwood-madison Middle School

Trotwood-madison Middle School is a public middle school in Trotwood, OH, part of Trotwood-Madison City. Trotwood-madison Middle School serves approximately 537 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Trotwood-madison Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,814 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Trotwood-madison Middle School show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts below OH schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Trotwood-madison Middle School 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.

67% of students at Trotwood-madison Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-2.28 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.5Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-31.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,480
Chronic Absenteeism67%

Trotwood-madison Middle School — Students at Trotwood-madison Middle School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 15.9% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 26.0% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 20 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2013
Math
33%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
23%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
9%
ELA
16%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
14%
2017
Math
20%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
19%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
19%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
8%
ELA
18%
2021*
Math
8%
ELA
18%
2022
Math
10.3%
ELA
22%

* 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 Trotwood-madison Middle School Compares

See how Trotwood-madison Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
18th percentile in OH
Academic
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
67.0%

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

4420 N Union Rd, Trotwood, OH 45426

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Trotwood-madison Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Northmoor Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Englewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOTHER MARIA A. BRUNNER (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Dayton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Northwood Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Dayton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Trotwood, see our Trotwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Trotwood-Madison Early Learning Center Trotwood 0.1 mi 7.2
Trotwood-Madison High School Trotwood 0.3 mi 3.3
Trotwood Preparatory & Fitness Academy Trotwood 0.9 mi 5.1
Madison Park Elementary Trotwood 1.2 mi 5.8
Westbrooke Village Trotwood 1.3 mi 5.5
RAM Nation Virtual Academy Trotwood 1.3 mi 4.7
MOTHER MARIA A. BRUNNER Dayton 1.9 mi 7.9
Northwood Elementary School Dayton 2.5 mi 7.5
Northmoor Elementary School Englewood 2.9 mi 8.1
Belle Haven Elementary School Dayton 2.3 mi 5.4
Miami Valley Ctc Englewood 2.9 mi 5.1
Miami Valley Ctc Alternative Englewood 2.9 mi
Englewood Hills Elementary School Englewood 3.6 mi 6.7
Valerie Elementary School Dayton 2.9 mi 6.0
North Dayton School of Discovery Dayton 2.9 mi 5.8
Meadowdale High School Dayton 2.9 mi 3.7
Klepinger Community School Dayton 3.3 mi 5.0
Thurgood Marshall High School Dayton 3.9 mi 2.6
Rosa Parks Early Learning Center Dayton 3.5 mi 5.3
The Dayton School Dayton 3.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45426 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,538

Median Home Value

$111,900

Median Rent

$927/mo

Population

13,582

College Educated

20.7%

Homeownership

54.6%

Avg Commute

26.2 min

Poverty Rate

21%

Median Age

44

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Trotwood-madison Middle School

What grades does Trotwood-madison Middle School serve?

Trotwood-madison Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Trotwood-madison Middle School?

Trotwood-madison Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 537 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Trotwood-madison Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Trotwood-madison Middle School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Trotwood-madison Middle School rank in OH?

Trotwood-madison Middle School ranks #2,814 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Trotwood-madison Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Trotwood-madison Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Trotwood-madison Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Trotwood-madison Middle School has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

Is Trotwood-madison Middle School a charter school?

No, Trotwood-madison Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Trotwood-madison Middle School a Title I school?

No, Trotwood-madison Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
67.0%

District

Trotwood-Madison City
District Enrollment
2,434
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,480
District Rank
#4 of 6

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