For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,679 students in Dayton, TX.
The top-ranked public high school in Dayton, TX is Dayton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dayton, TX public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Dayton have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Dayton, TX public high school have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dayton High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Dayton, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dayton High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3200 N Cleveland
Dayton, TX 77535
(936) 258-2510
Dayton, TX 77535
(936) 258-2510
Gr: 9-12 | 1,674 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: n/an/a
Fredda Nottingham Alternative Education Center
Alternative School
302 S Cleveland St
Dayton, TX 77535
(936) 258-2309
Dayton, TX 77535
(936) 258-2309
Gr: 12 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Dayton, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in Dayton, TX include Dayton High School.
How many public high schools are located in Dayton?
2 public high schools are located in Dayton.
What is the racial composition of students in Dayton?
Dayton public high schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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