For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 396 students in Dayton, IN.
The top ranked public school in Dayton, IN is Dayton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dayton, IN public school have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Dayton have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Dayton, IN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dayton Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
730 College St.
Dayton, IN 47941
(765) 447-5004
Dayton, IN 47941
(765) 447-5004
Grades: K-5
| 396 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dayton, IN?
The top ranked public schools in Dayton, IN include Dayton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Dayton?
1 public schools are located in Dayton.
What is the racial composition of students in Dayton?
Dayton public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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