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Best Dayton Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 205 students in Dayton, IA.

The top-ranked public school in Dayton, IA is Dayton Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Dayton, IA public school have an score of 82% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and score of 72% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Dayton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.

Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Dayton, IA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Dayton Center

(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
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Top 30%

104 2nd St. Nw
Dayton, IA 50530
(515) 547-2314

Gr: PK-4 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Dayton, IA?

The top-ranked public schools in Dayton, IA include Dayton Center.

How many public schools are located in Dayton?

1 public schools are located in Dayton.

What is the racial composition of students in Dayton?

Dayton public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).