Dayton High School is a public secondary school located in Dayton, Texas, United States. Founded in 1895, Dayton High School is the only high school in the Dayton Independent School District. In 2022, the school served 1,581 students in grades 9-12.
Serving 1,647 students in grades 9-12, Dayton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,647 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dayton High School's student population of 1,647 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,647 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Year Founded
1895
Colors
White, Purple
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
School Rankings
Dayton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dayton High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6091 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
51%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
41%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bucking Horse
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dayton High School's ranking?
Dayton High School is ranked #6091 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dayton High School often compared to?
Dayton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty High School, Tarkington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dayton High School?
The graduation rate of Dayton High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Dayton High School?
1,647 students attend Dayton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Dayton High School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dayton High School?
Dayton High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dayton High School offer ?
Dayton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dayton High School part of?
Dayton High School is part of Dayton Independent School District.
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