Serving 358 students in grades 7-12, Dayton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky 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 Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dayton High School's attendance zone covers the entire Dayton, KY school district, encompassing approximately 2.1 square miles. Most areas within this zone are a quick 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dayton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dayton High School's student population of 358 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
358 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Dayton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dayton High School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#952 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
4%
11%
White
83%
71%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
91.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dayton High School's ranking?
Dayton High School is ranked #952 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Dayton High School often compared to?
Dayton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellevue High School, Newport 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 38% KY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dayton High School?
The graduation rate of Dayton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Dayton High School?
358 students attend Dayton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Dayton High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dayton High School?
Dayton High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dayton High School offer ?
Dayton High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dayton High School part of?
Dayton High School is part of Dayton Independent School District.
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