For the 2025 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 (2025)
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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