For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 194 students in Dayton, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 47 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in Dayton, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in Dayton, PA is Dayton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dayton, PA public school have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Dayton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Dayton, PA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dayton Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
175 E. Grant Avenue
Dayton, PA 16222
(814) 257-8816
Dayton, PA 16222
(814) 257-8816
Gr: K-6 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Dayton, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Dayton, PA include Dayton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Dayton?
1 public schools are located in Dayton.
What percentage of students in Dayton go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in Dayton are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Dayton?
Dayton public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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