Serving 586 students in grades Kindergarten-8, North Dayton School Of Discovery 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 41% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Dayton School Of Discovery's student population of 586 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 82% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
586 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Rankings
North Dayton School Of Discovery 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 North Dayton School Of Discovery is 0.42, which is less 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
#2419 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
75%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
7%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Dayton School Of Discovery's ranking?
North Dayton School Of Discovery is ranked #2419 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are North Dayton School Of Discovery often compared to?
North Dayton School Of Discoveryis often viewed alongside schools like Winterfield Venture Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend North Dayton School Of Discovery?
586 students attend North Dayton School Of Discovery.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of North Dayton School Of Discovery students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Dayton School Of Discovery?
North Dayton School Of Discovery has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Dayton School Of Discovery offer ?
North Dayton School Of Discovery offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Dayton School Of Discovery part of?
North Dayton School Of Discovery is part of North Dayton School Of Discovery School District.
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