For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 1,595 students in 45402, OH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 45402, OH are Stivers School For The Arts, Northmont Online Academy and Jefferson Township Local School District. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 45402 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 45402, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 45402, OH Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stivers School For The Arts
(Math: 42% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1313 E 5th St
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 542-7380
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 542-7380
Gr: 7-12 | 837 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Northmont Online Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 S Keowee St
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 225-4598
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 225-4598
Gr: 8-11 | 7 students Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Jefferson Township Local School District
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 S Keowee St
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 835-5682
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 835-5682
Gr: 8 | 1 student
Rank: #44.
Mad River Local Schools Remote Learning Center
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
200 S Keowee St
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 225-4598
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 225-4598
Gr: 5-12 | 28 students Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #55.
Alliance Community Schools Inc. Dba Dayton Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1416 W Riverview Ave
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 567-9426
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 567-9426
Gr: K-8 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: #66.
City Day Community School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
320 S Main St
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 223-8130
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 223-8130
Gr: K-8 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 45402, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 45402, OH include Stivers School For The Arts, Northmont Online Academy and Jefferson Township Local School District.
How many public middle schools are located in 45402?
6 public middle schools are located in 45402.
What is the racial composition of students in 45402?
45402 public middle schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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