Best 45420 Ohio Public High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,954 students in 45420, OH.
The top-ranked public high schools in 45420, OH are Dayton Regional Stem School and Belmont High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 45420 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Ohio public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 57% statewide average). High schools in 45420, OH have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 45420 have a Graduation Rate of 64%, which is less than the Ohio average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dayton Regional Stem School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Ohio or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public high school average of 34% (majority Black).

Best 45420, OH Public High Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dayton Regional Stem School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1724 Woodman Dr
Dayton, OH 45420
(937) 256-3777
Gr: 6-12 | 801 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Belmont High School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2615 Wayne Ave
Dayton, OH 45420
(937) 542-6460
Gr: 7-12 | 1,153 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 69%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 45420, OH?
The top-ranked public high schools in 45420, OH include Dayton Regional Stem School and Belmont High School.
How many public high schools are located in 45420?
2 public high schools are located in 45420.
What is the racial composition of students in 45420?
45420 public high schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public high schools average of 34% (majority Black).

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