7.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Dayton, Indiana

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.3/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.3/10
Median household income: $74,500
Median home value: $169,300
Bachelor's degree or higher: 24%
Owner-occupied homes: 78%

How Dayton compares

Median household income

$75k

104% of Indiana median

About Schools in Dayton, Indiana

Dayton, Indiana is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in Dayton perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Dayton is Dayton Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Dayton is served by 1 school district: Tippecanoe School Corp. These districts collectively serve 13,526 students.

Dayton's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $74,500. The poverty rate in the area is 10.5%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Dayton Elementary School 396 students · Kindergarten–5th	396	Kindergarten–5th	7.3

Schools in Dayton

Dayton, Indiana · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$74,500

Median Home Value

$169,300

Median Rent

$956/mo

Population

1,047

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

78%

Poverty Rate

10.5%

Community Profile

Dayton has a median household income of $74,500. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $169,300, with a median rent of $956/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.5%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Indiana
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.3/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Dayton schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Dayton 📊 Niche Dayton Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School District

Tippecanoe School Corp

20 schools · 13,526 students

Nearby Cities

Lafayette (33 schools)

5 mi

Battle Ground (1 school)

10 mi

Rossville (3 schools)

9 mi

West Lafayette (8 schools)

10 mi

West Lafeyette (1 school)

Frankfort (8 schools)

14 mi

Chalmers (1 school)

20 mi

Thorntown (2 schools)

Crawfordsville (13 schools)

24 mi

Monticello (4 schools)

25 mi

Michigantown (2 schools)

21 mi

Other Major Cities in Indiana

Top metros statewide by school count.

Indianapolis 298 schools Fort Wayne 103 schools South Bend 58 schools Evansville 54 schools Elkhart 38 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Dayton, Indiana

How many schools are in Dayton, Indiana?

Dayton has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Dayton, Indiana?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Dayton is 7.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Dayton, Indiana?

The top-ranked school in Dayton on MySchoolScout is Dayton Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Dayton, Indiana?

The top-ranked elementary school in Dayton on MySchoolScout is Dayton Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10.

How many school districts serve Dayton, Indiana?

Dayton is served by 1 school district: Tippecanoe School Corp.

What is the education level in Dayton, Indiana?

According to Census data, 24% of adults in Dayton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Dayton, Indiana?

The median household income in Dayton is approximately $74,500 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Dayton, Indiana?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Dayton is 16.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Dayton, Indiana?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.