For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,781 students in 45449, OH (there are 3 private schools, serving 452 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 45449, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 45449, OH are Bauer Elementary School, Harry Russell Elementary School and West Carrollton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45449 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45449, OH have an average ranking of 3/10, 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 34% (majority Black).
Best 45449, OH Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bauer Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
701 N. Springboro Pike
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 434-9191
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 434-9191
Grades: K-5
| 368 students
Rank: #22.
Harry Russell Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
123 Elementary Dr
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 859-5121
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 859-5121
Grades: 4
| 237 students
Rank: #33.
West Carrollton High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5833 Student St
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 859-5121
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 859-5121
Grades: 9-12
| 940 students
Rank: #44.
West Carrollton Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
424 E Main St
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 859-5121
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 859-5121
Grades: 7-8
| 471 students
Rank: #55.
Miami Valley Academies
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5656 Springboro Pike
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 294-4522
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 294-4522
Grades: K-8
| 115 students
Rank: n/an/a
510 E Pease Ave
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 859-5121
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 859-5121
Grades: PK-1
| 650 students
45449, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5833 Student St
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 435-2211
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 435-2211
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
3400 W Alex Bell Rd
Dayton, OH 45449
(877) 644-6338
Dayton, OH 45449
(877) 644-6338
Grades: 10-12
| 82 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 45449, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 45449, OH include Bauer Elementary School, Harry Russell Elementary School and West Carrollton High School.
How many public schools are located in 45449?
6 public schools are located in 45449.
What percentage of students in 45449 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 45449 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45449?
45449 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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