For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 542 students in Dayton, MN.
The top-ranked public school in Dayton, MN is Dayton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dayton, MN public school have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Dayton have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Dayton, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dayton Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12000 S Diamond Lake Rd
Dayton, MN 55327
(763) 506-2200
Dayton, MN 55327
(763) 506-2200
Gr: K-5 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Dayton, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in Dayton, MN 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 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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