Since 1964, The Miami Valley School has challenged young people of promise to become self-sustaining learners and compassionate global citizens. At MVS, students discover their true passions in an empowering learning community that encourages young people to express themselves.

The Miami Valley School student body represents the diversity of the greater Dayton area, drawing students from 50 local ZIP codes and 7 foreign countries. 49% of MVS students identify as students of color, and 49% of students receive flexible reduced tuition.

MVS’ alumni base is rich with political leaders, Broadway performers, award-winning actors, entrepreneurs, global thinkers, CEOs, scientists, and industry leaders, all of whom were helped along the way by passionate faculty and staff. The school’s nationally-recognized Immersion Method is a signature pedagogy affirms the shared belief that students learn best through direct experience, encouraging students to engage with real-world issues and find their place beyond school. 

MVS is Dayton’s only independent, non-sectarian college prep school for students in grades Pre-K through 12. The school has earned numerous accolades from national and regional ranking organizations, with MVS being recognized as the Dayton region’s #1 high school, #1 PreK-12 school, #1 school for STEM programs, and #1 school for College Preparation in the 2024 Niche Best Schools rankings.

The Miami Valley School established its foundational beliefs in diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice over 60 years ago. We actively pursue a diverse culture and strive to embrace diversity in all its forms as we develop the next generation of compassionate global citizens.

Our standard is the inclusion of all individuals regardless of, but not limited to, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, physical ability, political affiliation, family composition, socioeconomic status, and neurodiversity.

We believe that the diversity of our community enriches all lives. As lifelong learners, MVS seeks to equip our teachers, students, and staff to successfully navigate and actively contribute to the greater good of our pluralistic world.