Serving 596 students in grades Kindergarten-8, North Dayton School Of Discovery ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Dayton School Of Discovery ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Dayton School Of Discovery's student population of 596 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
596 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
North Dayton School Of Discovery ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Dayton School Of Discovery is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2610 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
76%
17%
White
5%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Dayton School Of Discovery's ranking?
North Dayton School Of Discovery is ranked #2610 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are North Dayton School Of Discovery often compared to?
North Dayton School Of Discoveryis often viewed alongside schools like Winterfield Venture Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend North Dayton School Of Discovery?
596 students attend North Dayton School Of Discovery.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of North Dayton School Of Discovery students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Dayton School Of Discovery?
North Dayton School Of Discovery has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Dayton School Of Discovery offer ?
North Dayton School Of Discovery offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Dayton School Of Discovery part of?
North Dayton School Of Discovery is part of North Dayton School Of Discovery School District.
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