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Best Schools in Dennison, Ohio

2 schools · 2 Elementary

Public: 1
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.1/10
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Claymont Intermediate School

6.9/10

Elementary · Claymont City. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Immaculate Conception

5.2/10

Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Schools

2

1 public · 1 private

Avg Score

6.1

out of 10

Median Home

$119,100

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Dennison

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Claymont Intermediate School 6.9 / 10
2 Immaculate Conception 5.2 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.1/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$55,000

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$119,100

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
13%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
25 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
65%

Of occupied housing units

How Dennison compares

Median household income

$55k

77% of Ohio median

About Schools in Dennison, Ohio

Dennison, Ohio is home to 2 schools, including 1 public school and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.

With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Dennison show moderate performance 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 Dennison is Claymont Intermediate School with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Dennison is served by 1 school district: Claymont City. These districts collectively serve 1,595 students.

Dennison's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $55,000. The poverty rate in the area is 19.5%.

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Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
Claymont Intermediate School
347 students · 3rd–5th 		6.9
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1
Immaculate Conception Private
93 students · Pre-K–6th 		5.2

Schools in Dennison

Dennison, Ohio · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$55,000

Median Home Value

$119,100

Median Rent

$825/mo

Population

4,639

College Educated

13%

Homeownership

65%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

19.5%

Community Profile

Dennison has a median household income of $55,000. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $119,100, with a median rent of $825/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.5%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Ohio
Elementary
2

Resources

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School District

Claymont City

5 schools · 1,595 students

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Dennison, Ohio

How many schools are in Dennison, Ohio?

Dennison has 2 schools, including 1 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Dennison, Ohio?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Dennison is 6.1 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 Dennison, Ohio?

The top-ranked school in Dennison on MySchoolScout is Claymont Intermediate School with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Dennison, Ohio?

The top-ranked elementary school in Dennison on MySchoolScout is Claymont Intermediate School with a composite score of 6.9/10.

How many school districts serve Dennison, Ohio?

Dennison is served by 1 school district: Claymont City.

What is the education level in Dennison, Ohio?

According to Census data, 13% of adults in Dennison have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Dennison, Ohio?

The median household income in Dennison is approximately $55,000 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Dennison, Ohio?

Yes, Dennison has 1 private school alongside 1 public schools. The top-rated private school is Immaculate Conception with a score of 5.2/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Dennison, Ohio?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Dennison is 15.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Dennison, Ohio?

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, Ohio Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.