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Best Dayton Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 542 students in Dayton, MN.

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

Dayton, MN public school have an score of 72% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and score of 65% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Dayton have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Minnesota public schools.

Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Dayton, MN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Dayton Elementary School

(Math: 72% | Reading: 65%)
:

10/

Top 10%

12000 S Diamond Lake Rd
Dayton, MN 55327
(763) 506-2200

Gr: K-5 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The top-ranked public schools in Dayton, MN include Dayton Elementary School.

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 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).