Best Schools in Dayton, Minnesota
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Dayton Elementary
Elementary · Anoka-hennepin School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.5
out of 10
Median Home
$486,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.5
out of 10
Median Home
$486,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Dayton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dayton Elementary | 8.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.5/10
- Median household income
- $133,721
- Median home value
- $486,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 37%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 94%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Dayton compares
Median household income
$134k
159% of Minnesota median
About Schools in Dayton, Minnesota
Dayton, Minnesota is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.5 out of 10, schools in Dayton perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Dayton is Dayton Elementary with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Dayton is served by 1 school district: Anoka-Hennepin School District. These districts collectively serve 38,631 students.
Dayton's community shows 37% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $133,721. The poverty rate in the area is 3.4%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 542 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.5 |
Schools in Dayton
Dayton, Minnesota · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$133,721
Median Home Value
$486,500
Median Rent
$1,346/mo
Population
5,542
College Educated
37%
Homeownership
94%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Community Profile
Dayton has a median household income of $133,721. It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $486,500, with a median rent of $1,346/month. The local poverty rate of 3.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Minnesota
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Dayton, Minnesota
How many schools are in Dayton, Minnesota?
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, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Dayton is 8.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Dayton, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Dayton on MySchoolScout is Dayton Elementary with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Dayton, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Dayton on MySchoolScout is Dayton Elementary with a composite score of 8.5/10.
How many school districts serve Dayton, Minnesota?
Dayton is served by 1 school district: Anoka-hennepin School District.
What is the education level in Dayton, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 37% of adults in Dayton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Dayton, Minnesota?
The median household income in Dayton is approximately $133,721 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Dayton, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Dayton is 14.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Dayton, Minnesota?
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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Minnesota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.