Serving 541 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Klepinger Community School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 45:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 45:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Klepinger Community School's student population of 541 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Klepinger Community School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Klepinger Community School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3235 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
45:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
98%
17%
White
1%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Klepinger Community School's ranking?
Klepinger Community School is ranked #3235 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Klepinger Community School often compared to?
Klepinger Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belle Haven Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Klepinger Community School?
541 students attend Klepinger Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Klepinger Community School students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Klepinger Community School?
Klepinger Community School has a student ration of 45:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Klepinger Community School offer ?
Klepinger Community School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Klepinger Community School part of?
Klepinger Community School is part of Klepinger Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Klepinger Community School located?
Klepinger Community School is located in the Philadelphia Woods neighborhood of Dayton, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Philadelphia Woods.
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