For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,714 students in 45404, OH (there are , serving 215 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 45404, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 45404, OH are Brantwood Elementary School, Pathway School Of Discovery and Kiser Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45404 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45404, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45404, OH Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brantwood Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4350 Schwinn Dr
Dayton, OH 45404
(937) 237-4270
Dayton, OH 45404
(937) 237-4270
Gr: K-4 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Pathway School Of Discovery
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
173 Avondale Dr
Dayton, OH 45404
(937) 235-5498
Dayton, OH 45404
(937) 235-5498
Gr: K-8 | 800 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Kiser Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Leo St
Dayton, OH 45404
(937) 542-6130
Dayton, OH 45404
(937) 542-6130
Gr: PK-6 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
45404, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
132 Alaska St
Dayton, OH 45404
(937) 542-4170
Dayton, OH 45404
(937) 542-4170
Gr: PK-6 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
1401 Leo St
Dayton, OH 45404
(937) 542-6130
Dayton, OH 45404
(937) 542-6130
Gr: 8 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 45404, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 45404, OH include Brantwood Elementary School, Pathway School Of Discovery and Kiser Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 45404?
3 public schools are located in 45404.
What percentage of students in 45404 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 45404 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45404?
45404 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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