Serving 327 students in grades 9-12, Dayton Early College Academy Inc 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dayton Early College Academy Inc ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dayton Early College Academy Inc's student population of 327 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
327 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Motto
Prepare future college graduates today to become the leaders of our community tomorrow.
School Rankings
Dayton Early College Academy Inc ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dayton Early College Academy Inc is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1596 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
89%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bearcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dayton Early College Academy Inc's ranking?
Dayton Early College Academy Inc is ranked #1596 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Dayton Early College Academy Inc often compared to?
Dayton Early College Academy Incis often viewed alongside schools like Belmont High School, Oakwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dayton Early College Academy Inc?
The graduation rate of Dayton Early College Academy Inc is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Dayton Early College Academy Inc?
327 students attend Dayton Early College Academy Inc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Dayton Early College Academy Inc students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dayton Early College Academy Inc?
Dayton Early College Academy Inc has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dayton Early College Academy Inc offer ?
Dayton Early College Academy Inc offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dayton Early College Academy Inc part of?
Dayton Early College Academy Inc is part of Dayton Early College Academy Inc School District.
In what neighborhood is Dayton Early College Academy Inc located?
Dayton Early College Academy Inc is located in the University Park neighborhood of Dayton, OH.
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