For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,161 students in 45414, OH (there are 2 private schools, serving 85 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 45414, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 45414, OH are Smith Middle School, Northridge High School and Northridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45414 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45414, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45414, OH Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Smith Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3625 Little York Rd
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 415-7000
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 415-7000
Grades: 4-5
| 430 students
Rank: #22.
Northridge High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2011 Timber Ln
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 275-7469
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 275-7469
Grades: 9-12
| 493 students
Rank: #33.
Northridge Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2011 Timber Ln
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 275-7469
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 275-7469
Grades: PK-5
| 781 students
Rank: #44.
Northridge Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2011 Timber Ln
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 275-6833
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 275-6833
Grades: 6-8
| 382 students
Rank: #55.
Summit Academy Community School - Dayton
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4128 Cedar Ridge Rd
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 278-4298
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 278-4298
Grades: K-8
| 73 students
Rank: #66.
3ea
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4407 Payne Ave
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 278-5885
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 278-5885
Grades: 6-9
| 2 students
45414, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
8515 North Dixie Dr
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 415-3900
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 415-3900
Grades: K-4
| 378 students
2131 Timber Ln
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 278-0689
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 278-0689
Grades: PK-K
| 166 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 45414, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 45414, OH include Smith Middle School, Northridge High School and Northridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 45414?
6 public schools are located in 45414.
What percentage of students in 45414 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 45414 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45414?
45414 public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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