For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 567 students in Dayton, NJ (there are 3 private schools, serving 64 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Dayton, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in Dayton, NJ is Indian Fields Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dayton, NJ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Dayton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Dayton, NJ (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Indian Fields Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
359 Ridge Road
Dayton, NJ 08810
(732) 329-1043
Dayton, NJ 08810
(732) 329-1043
Grades: K-5
| 473 students
Rank: n/an/a
310 Georges Road
Dayton, NJ 08810
(732) 329-5200
Dayton, NJ 08810
(732) 329-5200
Grades: PK
| 94 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dayton, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in Dayton, NJ include Indian Fields Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Dayton?
2 public schools are located in Dayton.
What percentage of students in Dayton go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Dayton are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Dayton?
Dayton public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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