Dayton Digital Academy 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 64%).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in OH)
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Longfellow Alternative School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Dayton, OH, encompassing approximately 49.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 83% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (23-24)
13 students
Showing 2015–2024. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤10%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤10%
64%
Hispanic
15%
8%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
46%
17%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
66%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2010–2024. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
6%
Showing 2000–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% OH state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 64% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dayton Digital Academy?
The graduation rate of Dayton Digital Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 82%.
How many students attend Dayton Digital Academy?
13 students attend Dayton Digital Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Dayton Digital Academy students are Black, 31% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Dayton Digital Academy offer ?
Dayton Digital Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dayton Digital Academy part of?
Dayton Digital Academy is part of Dayton City School District.
In what neighborhood is Dayton Digital Academy located?
Dayton Digital Academy is located in the Five Points neighborhood of Dayton, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Five Points.
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