For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 892 students in 45403, OH.
The top ranked public schools in 45403, OH are Kemp Elementary School, Horizon Science Academy Dayton Downtown and Wright Brothers Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45403 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45403, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45403, OH Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kemp Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1923 Gondert Ave
Dayton, OH 45403
(937) 542-5090
Dayton, OH 45403
(937) 542-5090
Gr: PK-6 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Horizon Science Academy Dayton Downtown
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
121 S Monmouth St
Dayton, OH 45403
(937) 281-1980
Dayton, OH 45403
(937) 281-1980
Gr: K-8 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Wright Brothers Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1361 Huffman Ave
Dayton, OH 45403
(937) 542-5940
Dayton, OH 45403
(937) 542-5940
Gr: 7-8 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
45403, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1407 E 3rd St
Dayton, OH 45403
(937) 223-3154
Dayton, OH 45403
(937) 223-3154
Gr: 7-10 | 27 students Minority enrollment: 33%
1361 Huffman Ave
Dayton, OH 45403
(937) 542-6380
Dayton, OH 45403
(937) 542-6380
Gr: 7-8 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 45403, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 45403, OH include Kemp Elementary School, Horizon Science Academy Dayton Downtown and Wright Brothers Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 45403?
3 public schools are located in 45403.
What is the racial composition of students in 45403?
45403 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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