For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 544 students in Dayton, ID.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Dayton, ID are Beutler Middle School and Harold B Lee Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dayton, ID public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Idaho public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in Dayton have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Idaho public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Dayton, ID (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Beutler Middle School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4726 West Highway 36
Dayton, ID 83232
(208) 747-3303
Dayton, ID 83232
(208) 747-3303
Grades: 6-8
| 177 students
Rank: #22.
Harold B Lee Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4726 West Highway 36
Dayton, ID 83232
(208) 747-3303
Dayton, ID 83232
(208) 747-3303
Grades: PK-5
| 367 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Dayton, ID?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Dayton, ID include Beutler Middle School and Harold B Lee Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Dayton?
2 public elementary schools are located in Dayton.
What is the racial composition of students in Dayton?
Dayton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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