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Wright Brothers Middle School

Middle School · Dayton City

1361 Huffman Ave, Dayton, OH 45403

Enrollment

366

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

3.8

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,163 of 3,441

In Dayton

#64 of 77

public schools

In district

#21 of 26

Dayton City

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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3.8/10

Middle School in Dayton · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Wright Brothers Middle School

Wright Brothers Middle School is a public middle school in Dayton, OH, part of Dayton City. Wright Brothers Middle School serves approximately 366 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Wright Brothers Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,163 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Wright Brothers Middle School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.3
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

54% of students at Wright Brothers 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 Progress3.2Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.0Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-35.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,177
Chronic Absenteeism54.1%

Wright Brothers Middle School — Students at Wright Brothers Middle School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 31.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.2% (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
41%
ELA
41%
2010
Math
51%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
34%
2016
Math
23%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Wright Brothers Middle School Compares

See how Wright Brothers Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.8/10
8th percentile in OH
Academic
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
54.1%

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

1361 Huffman Ave, Dayton, OH 45403

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wright Brothers Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. TEMPLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dayton SMART Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dayton, see our Dayton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
TEMPLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dayton 0.6 mi 8.8
Horizon Science Academy Dayton Downtown Dayton 0.6 mi 4.0
Cleveland Elementary School Dayton 1.0 mi 5.7
Kemp Elementary School Dayton 0.8 mi 6.6
Belmont High School Dayton 1.5 mi 3.7
ST HELEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dayton 1.4 mi 6.2
Ruskin Elementary School Dayton 1.4 mi 6.0
Virginia Stevenson Elementary School Dayton 1.6 mi 6.1
Mad River Early Childhood Center Dayton 1.7 mi 3.3
Spinning Hills Middle School (5-6) Dayton 1.5 mi 5.0
Stivers School For The Arts Dayton 1.6 mi 7.0
Montgomery Preparatory Academy Dayton 2.2 mi 6.3
Liberty High School Dayton 1.7 mi 3.8
Kettering City Schools MCESC Remote Learning Center Dayton 1.7 mi
Jefferson Township Local School District Dayton 1.7 mi
Mad River Local Schools Remote Learning Center Dayton 1.7 mi
Northmont Online Academy Dayton 1.7 mi
Dayton SMART Elementary School Dayton 1.7 mi 8.0
OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL Dayton 1.9 mi 8.2
Dayton Athletic Vocational Academy Dayton 2.2 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,250

Median Home Value

$73,900

Median Rent

$742/mo

Population

13,831

College Educated

10.8%

Homeownership

40.9%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

36.2%

Median Age

35.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wright Brothers Middle School

What grades does Wright Brothers Middle School serve?

Wright Brothers Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Wright Brothers Middle School?

Wright Brothers Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 366 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wright Brothers Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wright Brothers Middle School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wright Brothers Middle School rank in OH?

Wright Brothers Middle School ranks #3,163 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Wright Brothers Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wright Brothers Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Wright Brothers Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wright Brothers Middle School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wright Brothers Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Wright Brothers Middle School a Title I school?

No, Wright Brothers Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
54.1%

District

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

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