For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 550 students in Dayton, ID.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Dayton, ID are Beutler Middle School and Harold B Lee Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dayton, ID public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Idaho public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 55% statewide average). Elementary schools in Dayton have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Idaho public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Dayton, ID (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beutler Middle School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4726 West Highway 36
Dayton, ID 83232
(208) 747-3303
Dayton, ID 83232
(208) 747-3303
Gr: 6-8 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Harold B Lee Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4726 West Highway 36
Dayton, ID 83232
(208) 747-3303
Dayton, ID 83232
(208) 747-3303
Gr: PK-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Dayton, ID?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Dayton, ID include Beutler Middle School and Harold B Lee Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Dayton?
2 public elementary schools are located in Dayton.
What is the racial composition of students in Dayton?
Dayton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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