For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 929 students in 45416, OH.
The top ranked public preschools in 45416, OH are Valerie Elementary School and Belle Haven Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 45416 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 45416, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 45416, OH Public Preschools (2025-26)
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 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
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 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 45416, OH?
The top ranked public preschools in 45416, OH include Valerie Elementary School and Belle Haven Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 45416?
2 public preschools are located in 45416.
What is the racial composition of students in 45416?
45416 public preschools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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