For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,028 students in 45440, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45440, OH are Prass Elementary School and J F Kennedy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 45440 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45440, OH have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45440, OH Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prass Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2601 Parklawn Dr
Dayton, OH 45440
(937) 499-1780
Dayton, OH 45440
(937) 499-1780
Gr: K-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
J F Kennedy Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5030 Polen Dr
Dayton, OH 45440
(937) 499-1830
Dayton, OH 45440
(937) 499-1830
Gr: PK-5 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 45440, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45440, OH include Prass Elementary School and J F Kennedy Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45440?
2 public elementary schools are located in 45440.
What is the racial composition of students in 45440?
45440 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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