Centerville City School District

111 Virginia Ave
Centerville, OH 45458-2249
(District boundaries shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%

Top Rankings

Centerville City School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Ohio for:

Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Highest overall rank (Top 20%)
Math Proficiency
Highest math proficiency (Top 20%)
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 20%)
Science Proficiency
Highest science proficiency (Top 20%)
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 5,617 students in Centerville City School District. This district's average elementary testing ranking is 8/10, which is in the top 30% of public elementary schools in Ohio.
Public Elementary Schools in Centerville City School District have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 59% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).

Overview

This School District
This State (OH)
# Schools
12 Schools
2,458 Schools
# Students
8,409 Students
1,091,015 Students
# Teachers
452 Teachers
63,044 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
19:1

District Rank

Centerville City School District, which is ranked within the top 20% of all 918 school districts in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 94% has decreased from 95% over five school years.
This School District
State Average (OH)
#154 out of 929 school districts
(Top 20%)
This chart displays the overall district rank of Centerville City  School District, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
69%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Centerville City  School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
75%
60%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Centerville City  School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
81%
63%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Centerville City  School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
94%
86%
This chart displays public school graduation rate of Centerville City  School District and public school graduation rate of Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.

Students by Ethnicity:

0.48
0.55
# American Indian Students
5 Students
1,574 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
808 Students
32,328 Students
% Asian Students
10%
3%
# Hispanic Students
331 Students
86,617 Students
% Hispanic Students
4%
8%
# Black Students
699 Students
192,244 Students
% Black Students
8%
18%
# White Students
5,965 Students
704,631 Students
% White Students
71%
64%
# Hawaiian Students
4 Students
1,092 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
597 Students
72,529 Students
% of Two or more races Students
7%
7%

Students by Grade:

# Students in PK Grade:
221
30,887
# Students in K Grade:
551
112,601
# Students in 1st Grade:
539
119,240
# Students in 2nd Grade:
593
123,668
# Students in 3rd Grade:
613
116,979
# Students in 4th Grade:
605
120,578
# Students in 5th Grade:
635
121,564
# Students in 6th Grade:
639
121,429
# Students in 7th Grade:
640
90,010
# Students in 8th Grade:
581
88,363
# Students in 9th Grade:
676
11,363
# Students in 10th Grade:
665
10,664
# Students in 11th Grade:
726
12,317
# Students in 12th Grade:
725
11,352
# Ungraded Students:
-
-

District Revenue and Spending

The revenue/student of $15,192 in this school district is less than the state median of $17,287. The school district revenue/student has declined by 6% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $14,117 is less than the state median of $17,235. The school district spending/student has declined by 6% over four school years.
This School District
This State (OH)
Total Revenue
$128 MM
$28,879 MM
This chart displays total revenue of Centerville City  School District and median value from total revenues of all school districts in Ohio by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending
$119 MM
$28,792 MM
This chart displays total spending of Centerville City  School District and median value from total spendings of all school districts in Ohio by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Revenue / Student
$15,192
$17,287
This chart displays average revenue per public school student in Centerville City  School District and average revenue per public school student of all school districts in Ohio by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending / Student
$14,117
$17,235
This chart displays average spending per public school student in Centerville City  School District and average spending per public school student of all school districts in Ohio by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Best Centerville City School District Public Elementary Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Weller Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
9600 Sheehan Rd
Dayton, OH 45458
(937) 885-3273
Grades: 2-5
| 527 students
Rank: #22.
Dr John Hole Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
180 W Whipp Rd
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 434-0725
Grades: 2-5
| 400 students
Rank: #33.
Stingley Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
95 Linden Dr
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 434-1054
Grades: 2-5
| 299 students
Rank: #44.
Driscoll Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5767 Marshall Rd
Dayton, OH 45429
(937) 434-0562
Grades: 2-5
| 279 students
Rank: #55.
Tower Heights Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
195 N Johanna Dr
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 434-0383
Grades: 6-8
| 558 students
Rank: #66.
Normandy Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
401 Normandy Ridge Rd
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 434-0917
Grades: 2-5
| 469 students
Rank: #77.
W O Cline Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
99 Virginia Ave
Dayton, OH 45458
(937) 435-1315
Grades: 2-5
| 472 students
Rank: #88.
Hadley E Watts Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
7056 Mcewen Rd
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 434-0370
Grades: 6-8
| 732 students
Rank: #99.
Magsig Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
192 W Franklin St
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 433-0965
Grades: 6-8
| 570 students
Rank: n/an/a
6450 Marshall Rd
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 438-6062
Grades: PK-1
| 602 students
Rank: n/an/a
8388 Paragon Rd
Dayton, OH 45458
(937) 312-1273
Grades: PK-1
| 709 students

Recent Articles

What Is A Charter School?
What Is A Charter School?
Explore the world of charter schools in this comprehensive guide. Learn about their history, how they operate, and the pros and cons of this educational innovation. Discover key facts about charter schools, including admission policies, demographics, and funding, as well as what to look for when considering a charter school for your child.
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
Discover the 10 compelling reasons why high school sports are beneficial for students. This comprehensive article explores how athletics enhance academic performance, foster personal growth, and develop crucial life skills. From improved fitness and time management to leadership development and community representation, learn why participating in high school sports can be a game-changer for students' overall success and well-being.
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and Evolution
February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and Evolution
We explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • District size: 12 schools
  • Grades: PK-12
  • Enrollment: 8,409 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 29%
  • : 94% (Top 50% in OH)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 69% (Top 20%)
  • : 75% (Top 20%)
  • : 81% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Quick Links