Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Horace Mann Elementary School 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Horace Mann PreK-8 School serves the southeast part of Dayton, OH, covering an area of approximately 7.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance to the edge of the zone being around 3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horace Mann Elementary School's student population of 385 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
385 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Motto
To equip our students to achieve success in a global society by implementing an effective and rigorous curriculum with fidelity.
School Rankings
Horace Mann Elementary School 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 Horace Mann Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#2265 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
12%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. Full 15-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 is Horace Mann Elementary School's ranking?
Horace Mann Elementary School is ranked #2265 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Horace Mann Elementary School?
385 students attend Horace Mann Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Horace Mann Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horace Mann Elementary School?
Horace Mann Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Horace Mann Elementary School offer ?
Horace Mann Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Horace Mann Elementary School part of?
Horace Mann Elementary School is part of Dayton City School District.
In what neighborhood is Horace Mann Elementary School located?
Horace Mann Elementary School is located in the Shroyer Park neighborhood of Dayton, OH.
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