Serving 343 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Louise Troy Elementary 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Louise Troy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Louise Troy Elementary School's student population of 343 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Motto
To equip our students to achieve success in a global society by implementing an effective and rigorous curriculum with fidelity.
School Rankings
Louise Troy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Louise Troy Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#2757 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
90%
17%
White
4%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
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 Louise Troy Elementary School's ranking?
Louise Troy Elementary School is ranked #2757 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Louise Troy Elementary School?
343 students attend Louise Troy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Louise Troy Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Louise Troy Elementary School?
Louise Troy Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Louise Troy Elementary School offer ?
Louise Troy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Louise Troy Elementary School part of?
Louise Troy Elementary School is part of Dayton City School District.
In what neighborhood is Louise Troy Elementary School located?
Louise Troy Elementary School is located in the Miami Chapel neighborhood of Dayton, OH.
School Reviews
1 2/10/2020
This school needs a lot of improvement and also it needs a lot of improvement with the teacher's there. They are unprofessional.
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