Serving 297 students in grades 7-8, Edwin Joel Brown Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edwin Joel Brown Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Edwin Joel Brown Middle School's student population of 297 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
297 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Edwin Joel Brown Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edwin Joel Brown Middle School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3094 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
60%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
5%
8%

Black
81%
17%

White
9%
66%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edwin Joel Brown Middle School's ranking?
Edwin Joel Brown Middle School is ranked #3094 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Edwin Joel Brown Middle School often compared to?
Edwin Joel Brown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thurgood Marshall High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Edwin Joel Brown Middle School?
297 students attend Edwin Joel Brown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Edwin Joel Brown Middle School students are Black, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edwin Joel Brown Middle School?
Edwin Joel Brown Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edwin Joel Brown Middle School offer ?
Edwin Joel Brown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Edwin Joel Brown Middle School part of?
Edwin Joel Brown Middle School is part of Dayton City School District.
In what neighborhood is Edwin Joel Brown Middle School located?
Edwin Joel Brown Middle School is located in the Hillcrest neighborhood of Dayton, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Hillcrest.
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