For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,668 students in 45414, OH.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 45414, OH are Smith Middle School, Northridge Elementary School and Northridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 45414 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45414, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45414, OH Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Smith Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3625 Little York Rd
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 415-7000
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 415-7000
Grades: 4-5
| 430 students
Rank: #22.
Northridge Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2011 Timber Ln
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 275-7469
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 275-7469
Grades: PK-5
| 781 students
Rank: #33.
Northridge Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2011 Timber Ln
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 275-6833
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 275-6833
Grades: 6-8
| 382 students
Rank: #44.
Summit Academy Community School - Dayton
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4128 Cedar Ridge Rd
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 278-4298
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 278-4298
Grades: K-8
| 73 students
Rank: #55.
3ea
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4407 Payne Ave
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 278-5885
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 278-5885
Grades: 6-9
| 2 students
45414, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
8515 North Dixie Dr
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 415-3900
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 415-3900
Grades: K-4
| 378 students
2131 Timber Ln
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 278-0689
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 278-0689
Grades: PK-K
| 166 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 45414, OH?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 45414, OH include Smith Middle School, Northridge Elementary School and Northridge Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45414?
5 public elementary schools are located in 45414.
What is the racial composition of students in 45414?
45414 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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