Serving 194 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Dayton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dayton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dayton Elementary School's student population of 194 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
School Rankings
Dayton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dayton Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#487 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
96%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dayton Elementary School's ranking?
Dayton Elementary School is ranked #487 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Dayton Elementary School often compared to?
Dayton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shannock Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Dayton Elementary School?
194 students attend Dayton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Dayton Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dayton Elementary School?
Dayton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dayton Elementary School offer ?
Dayton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dayton Elementary School part of?
Dayton Elementary School is part of Armstrong School District.
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