For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 200 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 average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Dayton, IA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dayton Center
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
104 2nd St. Nw
Dayton, IA 50530
(515) 547-2314
Dayton, IA 50530
(515) 547-2314
Gr: PK-4 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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