For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,982 students in Dayton, TN (there are 3 private schools, serving 176 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Dayton, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Dayton, TN are Frazier Elementary School, Rhea Central Elementary School and Graysville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dayton, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Dayton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Dayton, TN (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Frazier Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3900 Double S Rd
Dayton, TN 37321
(423) 775-7854
Dayton, TN 37321
(423) 775-7854
Grades: K-5
| 336 students
Rank: #22.
Rhea Central Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1005 Delaware Ave
Dayton, TN 37321
(423) 775-7842
Dayton, TN 37321
(423) 775-7842
Grades: PK-5
| 589 students
Rank: #33.
Graysville Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
606 Long St
Dayton, TN 37321
(423) 775-7850
Dayton, TN 37321
(423) 775-7850
Grades: PK-5
| 237 students
Rank: #44.
Dayton City Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
520 Cherry St
Dayton, TN 37321
(423) 775-8414
Dayton, TN 37321
(423) 775-8414
Grades: PK-8
| 820 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dayton, TN?
The top ranked public schools in Dayton, TN include Frazier Elementary School, Rhea Central Elementary School and Graysville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Dayton, TN?
4 public schools are located in Dayton, TN.
What percentage of students in Dayton, TN go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Dayton, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Dayton, TN?
Dayton, TN public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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