For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 1,576 students in 45402, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45402, OH are Harold Schnell Elementary School, Northmont Online Academy and Jefferson Township Local School District. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 45402 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45402, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45402, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harold Schnell Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5995 Student St
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 859-5121
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 859-5121
Gr: 2-3 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Northmont Online Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 S Keowee St
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 225-4598
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 225-4598
Gr: 6-12 | 5 students Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
Jefferson Township Local School District
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 S Keowee St
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 835-5682
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 835-5682
Gr: 1-12 | 13 students Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Mad River Local Schools Remote Learning Center
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
200 S Keowee St
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 225-4598
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 225-4598
Gr: 4-12 | 27 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #55.
Alliance Community Schools Inc. Dba Dayton Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1416 W Riverview Ave
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 567-9426
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 567-9426
Gr: K-8 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #66.
Edison Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
228 N Broadway St
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 542-4540
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 542-4540
Gr: PK-6 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
City Day Community School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
320 S Main St
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 223-8130
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 223-8130
Gr: K-8 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 61:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
200 S Keowee St
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 225-4598
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 225-4598
Gr: 2-4 | 2 students
45402, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1416 W Riverview Ave
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 567-9426
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 567-9426
Gr: K-2 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
200 S Keowee St
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 225-4598
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 225-4598
Gr: 1-8 | 6 students
140 North Keowee St
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 223-2323
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 223-2323
Gr: 9-11 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
140 N Keowee St
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 223-2323
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 223-2323
Gr: 9-11 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
140 North Keowee St
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 223-2323
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 223-2323
Gr: 9-11 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
354 Mound St
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 223-3041
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 223-3041
Gr: 9-12
354 Mound St
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 223-3041
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 223-3041
Gr: 9-11 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
354 Mound St
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 223-3041
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 223-3041
Gr: 9-11 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
113 E 3rd St
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 461-7432
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 461-7432
Gr: 2-9 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 45402, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45402, OH include Harold Schnell Elementary School, Northmont Online Academy and Jefferson Township Local School District.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45402?
8 public elementary schools are located in 45402.
What is the racial composition of students in 45402?
45402 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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