Serving 519 students in grades 9-12, Meadowdale High 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadowdale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Meadowdale High School's student population of 519 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
519 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Meadowdale High 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 Meadowdale High School is 0.29, 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
#3096 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
60%

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

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
5%
8%

Black
84%
17%

White
7%
66%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
60-64%
86%

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

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadowdale High School's ranking?
Meadowdale High School is ranked #3096 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Meadowdale High School often compared to?
Meadowdale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centerville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Meadowdale High School?
The graduation rate of Meadowdale High School is 60-64%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Meadowdale High School?
519 students attend Meadowdale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Meadowdale High School students are Black, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meadowdale High School?
Meadowdale High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Meadowdale High School offer ?
Meadowdale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Meadowdale High School part of?
Meadowdale High School is part of Dayton City School District.
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