Serving 277 students in grades 5-8, Dalton Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dalton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dalton Middle School's student population of 277 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dalton Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dalton Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#363 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
90%
65%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dalton Middle School's ranking?
Dalton Middle School is ranked #363 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Dalton Middle School often compared to?
Dalton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chippewa Intermediate School, John R Lea Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Dalton Middle School?
277 students attend Dalton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Dalton Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dalton Middle School?
Dalton Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dalton Middle School offer ?
Dalton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dalton Middle School part of?
Dalton Middle School is part of Dalton Local School District.
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