For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,321 students in 45410, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45410, OH are Emerson Academy, Dayton Smart Elementary School and Ruskin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 45410 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 60% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45410, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 45410, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Emerson Academy
Charter School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
501 Hickory St
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 223-2889
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 223-2889
Gr: K-8 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Dayton Smart Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
601 S Keowee St
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 222-2812
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 222-2812
Gr: K-6 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Ruskin Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
407 Ambrose Ct
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 542-5680
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 542-5680
Gr: PK-6 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
45410, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
401 Nassau St
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 222-7355
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 222-7355
Gr: K-7 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
401 Nassau St
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 542-5140
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 542-5140
Gr: PK-7 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
275 Mcclure St
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 542-5640
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 542-5640
Gr: PK-6 | 453 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 45410, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45410, OH include Emerson Academy, Dayton Smart Elementary School and Ruskin Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45410?
3 public elementary schools are located in 45410.
What is the racial composition of students in 45410?
45410 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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