6.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in Dayton, Texas

7 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 7

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.1/10

Estimated Scores: 17%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.1/10
Median household income: $81,407
Median home value: $217,200
Bachelor's degree or higher: 14%
Avg commute: 38 min
Owner-occupied homes: 85%

How Dayton compares

Texas rank

#491 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.1

below Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$81k

110% of Texas median

Schools in this city

About Schools in Dayton, Texas

Dayton, Texas is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Dayton show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Dayton is Richter EL with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Dayton is served by 1 school district: DAYTON ISD. These districts collectively serve 5,787 students.

Dayton's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $81,407. The poverty rate in the area is 13.6%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (7) Elementary (3) Middle (1) High (2)

Filter by Type: All Types (7) Public (7)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (7) Academics (7) Growth (5) Resources (6)

Filter by ZIP: 77535 (7)

Elementary Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	RICHTER EL 882 students · Kindergarten–5th	882	Kindergarten–5th	7.4
2	AUSTIN EL 771 students · Kindergarten–5th	771	Kindergarten–5th	6.2
3	KIMMIE M BROWN EL 853 students · Kindergarten–5th	853	Kindergarten–5th	5.6

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	WILSON J H 1,370 students · 6th–8th	1,370	6th–8th	6.6

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	DAYTON H S 1,647 students · 9th–12th	1,647	9th–12th	5.7
2	FREDDA NOTTINGHAM ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER 12 students · 11th–12th	12	11th–12th	—

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	COLBERT EL 252 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	252	Pre-K–Pre-K	5.3

Schools in Dayton

Dayton, Texas · 7 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$81,407

Median Home Value

$217,200

Median Rent

$1,075/mo

Population

38,037

College Educated

14%

Homeownership

85%

Avg Commute

38 min

Poverty Rate

13.6%

Community Profile

Dayton has a median household income of $81,407. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $217,200, with a median rent of $1,075/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.6%. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 7
Elementary: 3
Middle: 1
High: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.1/10

Resources

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School District

DAYTON ISD

7 schools · 5,787 students

Nearby Cities

Liberty (5 schools)

6 mi

Richardson (2 schools)

Mont Belvieu (9 schools)

Cleveland (15 schools)

Kingwood (23 schools)

18 mi

New Caney (9 schools)

21 mi

Channelview (9 schools)

22 mi

Humble (43 schools)

21 mi

Other Major Cities in Texas

Top metros statewide by school count.

Houston 899 schools San Antonio 616 schools Dallas 480 schools Austin 339 schools Fort Worth 288 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, Texas

How many schools are in Dayton, Texas?

Dayton has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Dayton, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Dayton is 6.1 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Dayton on MySchoolScout is Richter EL with a composite score of 7.4/10.

What is the best elementary school in Dayton, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Dayton on MySchoolScout is Richter EL with a composite score of 7.4/10.

What is the best middle school in Dayton, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Dayton on MySchoolScout is Wilson J H with a composite score of 6.6/10.

What is the best high school in Dayton, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Dayton on MySchoolScout is Dayton H S with a composite score of 5.7/10.

How many school districts serve Dayton, Texas?

Dayton is served by 1 school district: Dayton ISD.

What is the education level in Dayton, Texas?

According to Census data, 14% of adults in Dayton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Dayton, Texas?

The median household income in Dayton is approximately $81,407 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Dayton is 16.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Dayton, Texas?

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.