For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,303 students in 45410, OH (there are , serving 174 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 45410, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45410, OH are Emerson Academy, Dayton Smart Elementary School and Ruskin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45410 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45410, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45410, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Emerson Academy
Charter School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
501 Hickory St
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 223-2889
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 223-2889
Gr: K-8 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Dayton Smart Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
601 S Keowee St
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 222-2812
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 222-2812
Gr: K-6 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Ruskin Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
407 Ambrose Ct
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 542-5680
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 542-5680
Gr: PK-6 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
45410, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
401 Nassau St
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 222-7355
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 222-7355
Gr: K-7 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
401 Nassau St
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 542-5140
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 542-5140
Gr: PK-7 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
275 Mcclure St
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 542-5640
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 542-5640
Gr: PK-6 | 453 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45410, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45410, OH include Emerson Academy, Dayton Smart Elementary School and Ruskin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 45410?
3 public schools are located in 45410.
What percentage of students in 45410 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 45410 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45410?
45410 public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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