The Miami Valley School

The Miami Valley School

Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade Pre-K-12
5151 Denise Dr,  Dayton, OH
4.0
4.0
490 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Jay Scheurle
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Average SAT Score
1360
Average ACT Score
30
Average GPA
3.7
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$22,961

Niche Grade

A+
Academics
A-
Teachers
A+
College Prep
A
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
C
Sports
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.7
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Teachers
84
Full Time Teachers
75
Part Time Teachers
9
College Prep
Average SAT
1360
Math
680
Verbal
680
Average ACT
30
Math
28
English
31
Reading
31
Science
29
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
100%

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Female
52.6%
Male
47.4%
White
52.2%
Asian
23.9%
Black
12.8%
Two or more races
8%
Hispanic
3%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#10 Best College Prep Private High Schools in Ohio
#10 Best HS For Stem in Ohio
#10 Best Private K12 Schools in Ohio
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
The Ohio State University 41 Students
Carnegie Mellon University 24 Students
Case Western Reserve University 22 Students
University of Cincinnati 20 Students
New York University 19 Students
University of Dayton 19 Students
Miami University 18 Students
Vanderbilt University 17 Students
Michigan State University 16 Students
Northwestern University 16 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 25 Students
Biology 25 Students
Psychology 19 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 17 Students
Economics 12 Students
Neuroscience and Neurobiology 10 Students
Computer Science 9 Students
Pre-Law Studies 9 Students
Finance 8 Students
Chemistry 8 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 61 Reviews
5.0 Alum
4/30/2025
MVS was academically challenging, but it made me a better thinker as a result. As a graduate, one thing I value the most about my time at MVS is the diverse community...it really made me prepared to interact with all kinds of people in college, and my connection with my classmates is special.
5.0 Parent
6/22/2023
If you're an immigrant and single parent like me, MVS is a good school for college preparatory. The school is enriched with educative curriculum to guide children in their everyday life.. Their teachers and non teaching staff are very supportive and ready to help.
5.0 Parent
6/7/2023
small classes, caring teachers, diversity that reflects our global community!!! true to their mission of immersive education. education tailored to the individual needs of the student
GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 19 Reviews
5.0 student
1/4/2026
I am an Upper School student at The Miami Valley School, and I have discovered that I am in a place where students are taught to be independent thinkers and to value their education. Teachers are not only passionate about their subject, but eager to teach their students. There are many clubs availab...
5.0 student
11/17/2025
As a current Sophomore at The Miami Valley School, I feel happy and hopeful of how prepared I am for future years of continued education, and feel especially ready for college. Boasting now a full time college counselor, I feel confident that wherever in the nation, or out, I aspire to be a student...
5.0 parent
10/23/2025
My daughter always has something good to say about her day at school---I feel like we are learning new things right along with her! We have had great experiences with teachers and staff members. Very hands-on curriculum with lots of projects---I love visiting the school to see the kids sharing their...
5.0 student
7/10/2025
I am a student here now and i think it’s a great school because it has great education and it will make you want to learn more about that subject. This school also has good safety there because i’ve been there since preschool and we’ve never had an invasion and we always have a fire drill and Alice...

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The Miami Valley School is a private school for students in grades Pre-K-12 located at 5151 Denise Dr in Dayton, in the Kettering neighborhood. Annual tuition is $22,961. The school has a total enrollment of 490 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 6:1. The Miami Valley School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average GPA is 3.7, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1360 and an ACT score of 30. The average home value in this area is $132,075. Discover additional schools in the area, like Archbishop Alter High School, Kettering Fairmont High School, St. Charles Borromeo School, and more. Learn more about what Dayton has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near The Miami Valley School.

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