For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 504 students in 45409, OH (there are , serving 280 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 45409, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public school in 45409, OH is Southdale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 45409 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45409, OH have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45409, OH Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southdale Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1200 W Dorothy Ln
Dayton, OH 45409
(937) 499-1890
Dayton, OH 45409
(937) 499-1890
Gr: K-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
45409, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
258 Wyoming St
Dayton, OH 45409
(937) 542-5490
Dayton, OH 45409
(937) 542-5490
Gr: PK-8 | 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45409, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45409, OH include Southdale Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 45409?
1 public schools are located in 45409.
What percentage of students in 45409 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 45409 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45409?
45409 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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