For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,579 students in 45416, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45416, OH are Valerie Elementary School, Belle Haven Elementary School and Klepinger Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 45416 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 60% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45416, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 45416, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valerie Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3871 Yellowstone Ave
Dayton, OH 45416
(937) 542-5390
Dayton, OH 45416
(937) 542-5390
Gr: PK-6 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Belle Haven Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4401 Free Pike
Dayton, OH 45416
(937) 542-4220
Dayton, OH 45416
(937) 542-4220
Gr: PK-6 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Klepinger Community School
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3650 Klepinger Rd
Dayton, OH 45416
(937) 610-1710
Dayton, OH 45416
(937) 610-1710
Gr: K-8 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 39:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 45416, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45416, OH include Valerie Elementary School, Belle Haven Elementary School and Klepinger Community School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45416?
3 public elementary schools are located in 45416.
What is the racial composition of students in 45416?
45416 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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