Serving 422 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Kemp 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kemp PreK-6 School serves the southeastern part of Dayton, OH, covering an area of approximately 7.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest distance from the school to the boundary being about 4.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kemp Elementary School's student population of 422 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Kemp 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 Kemp Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#2570 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
27%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
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)22.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
42%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
6%
Showing 2002–2012. Full 14-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 Kemp Elementary School's ranking?
Kemp Elementary School is ranked #2570 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Kemp Elementary School?
422 students attend Kemp Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Kemp Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kemp Elementary School?
Kemp Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kemp Elementary School offer ?
Kemp Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kemp Elementary School part of?
Kemp Elementary School is part of Dayton City School District.
In what neighborhood is Kemp Elementary School located?
Kemp Elementary School is located in the Eastern Hills neighborhood of Dayton, OH.
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