Summary:
The 45403 zip code in Dayton, Ohio is home to a single middle school, Wright Brothers Middle School, which serves students in grades 6-8. The data reveals a concerning picture of the school's academic performance and overall quality, with low test scores, high chronic absenteeism, and a very low statewide ranking compared to other Ohio middle schools.
Wright Brothers Middle School has an enrollment of 294 students, with a diverse racial makeup of 38.8% White, 35.0% African American, and 19.4% Hispanic students. Academically, the school is struggling, with only 4.9% of 7th graders and 9.3% of 8th graders scoring proficient or better in math, and just 20.4% of 8th graders scoring proficient or better in science, far below the Dayton City district and state averages. The school's chronic absenteeism rate of 53.8% is also significantly higher than the state average.
Despite the school's low performance, it receives a relatively average level of funding, with per-student spending of $8,196 and a student-teacher ratio of 11.3. However, the school's overall quality has been declining, with its statewide ranking dropping from 868 to 972 out of 1,048 Ohio middle schools over the past three years. Addressing the root causes of the school's challenges, whether related to resources, teaching quality, or other factors, will be crucial for improving student outcomes and providing a high-quality education for the community.
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