For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,989 students in 45416, OH.
The top-ranked public schools in 45416, OH are Valerie Elementary School, Belle Haven Elementary School and Klepinger Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45416 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45416, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45416, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valerie Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3871 Yellowstone Ave
Dayton, OH 45416
(937) 542-5390
Dayton, OH 45416
(937) 542-5390
Gr: PK-6 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Belle Haven Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4401 Free Pike
Dayton, OH 45416
(937) 542-4220
Dayton, OH 45416
(937) 542-4220
Gr: PK-6 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Klepinger Community School
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3650 Klepinger Rd
Dayton, OH 45416
(937) 610-1710
Dayton, OH 45416
(937) 610-1710
Gr: K-8 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 45:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Meadowdale High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3873 Whitestone Ct
Dayton, OH 45416
(937) 542-7030
Dayton, OH 45416
(937) 542-7030
Gr: 9-12 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45416, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45416, OH include Valerie Elementary School, Belle Haven Elementary School and Klepinger Community School.
How many public schools are located in 45416?
4 public schools are located in 45416.
What is the racial composition of students in 45416?
45416 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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