For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,259 students in 45419, OH.
The top-ranked public preschools in 45419, OH are Smith Elementary School, Beavertown Elementary School and Horace Mann Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 45419 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 45419, OH have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 45419, OH Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smith Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1701 Shafor Blvd
Dayton, OH 45419
(937) 297-5335
Dayton, OH 45419
(937) 297-5335
Gr: PK-6 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Beavertown Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2700 Wilmington Pike
Dayton, OH 45419
(937) 499-1740
Dayton, OH 45419
(937) 499-1740
Gr: PK-5 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Horace Mann Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
715 Krebs Ave
Dayton, OH 45419
(937) 542-4890
Dayton, OH 45419
(937) 542-4890
Gr: PK-6 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
45419, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2528 Wilmington Pike
Dayton, OH 45419
(937) 293-7559
Dayton, OH 45419
(937) 293-7559
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 45419, OH?
The top-ranked public preschools in 45419, OH include Smith Elementary School, Beavertown Elementary School and Horace Mann Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 45419?
3 public preschools are located in 45419.
What is the racial composition of students in 45419?
45419 public preschools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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