For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 542 students in Dayton, MN.
The top ranked public school in Dayton, MN is Dayton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dayton, MN public school have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Dayton have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Dayton, MN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dayton Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12000 S Diamond Lake Rd
Dayton, MN 55327
(763) 506-2200
Dayton, MN 55327
(763) 506-2200
Grades: K-5
| 542 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dayton, MN?
The top ranked public schools in Dayton, MN include Dayton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Dayton?
1 public schools are located in Dayton.
What is the racial composition of students in Dayton?
Dayton public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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