For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 7,446 students in 45424, OH (there are 5 private schools, serving 463 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 45424, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45424, OH are Charles Huber Elementary School, Rushmore Elementary School and Monticello Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45424 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45424, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45424, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charles Huber Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8895 Emeraldgate Dr
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-6375
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-6375
Gr: K-6 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Rushmore Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7701 Berchman Dr
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-6365
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-6365
Gr: K-6 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Monticello Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6523 Alter Rd
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-6360
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-6360
Gr: K-6 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
Wright Brothers Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5758 Harshmanville Rd
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-6355
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-6355
Gr: K-6 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #55.
Valley Forge Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7191 Troy Manor Rd
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-6380
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-6380
Gr: K-6 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #66.
Stebbins High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Harshman Rd
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-4250
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-4250
Gr: 9-12 | 1,092 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #77.
Wayne High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5400 Chambersburg Rd
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 233-6431
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 233-6431
Gr: 9-12 | 1,772 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #88.
Mad River Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Harshman Rd
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-4265
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-4265
Gr: 5-9 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #99.
Weisenborn Junior High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6061 Troy Pike
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-6350
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-6350
Gr: 7-8 | 845 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: n/an/a
5954 Longford Rd
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-6345
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-6345
Gr: PK | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45424, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45424, OH include Charles Huber Elementary School, Rushmore Elementary School and Monticello Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 45424?
10 public schools are located in 45424.
What percentage of students in 45424 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 45424 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45424?
45424 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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