Serving 454 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Dayton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dayton Elementary School's student population of 454 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Motto
Every Student… Every Classroom… Every Day
School Rankings
Dayton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dayton Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#334 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
24%
45%
Black
1%
12%
White
65%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dayton Elementary School's ranking?
Dayton Elementary School is ranked #334 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Dayton Elementary School often compared to?
Dayton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sutro Elementary School, Riverview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Dayton Elementary School?
454 students attend Dayton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Dayton Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dayton Elementary School?
Dayton Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Dayton Elementary School offer ?
Dayton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dayton Elementary School part of?
Dayton Elementary School is part of Lyon School District.
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