Excellent
#705 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 21% in state
Dayton Smart Elementary School
Elementary School · Dayton SMART Elementary School
601 S Keowee St, Dayton, OH 45410
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#705 of 3,441
In Dayton
#9 of 77
public schools
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Dayton Smart Elementary School
Dayton Smart Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dayton, OH, part of Dayton SMART Elementary School. Dayton Smart Elementary School serves approximately 84 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Dayton Smart Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #705 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Dayton Smart Elementary School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 84 students, Dayton Smart Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Dayton Smart Elementary School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
64% of students at Dayton Smart Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Dayton Smart Elementary School — Students at Dayton Smart Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Dayton Smart Elementary School Compares
See how Dayton Smart Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
601 S Keowee St, Dayton, OH 45410
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dayton Smart Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY ANGELS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HILLEL ACADEMY OF GREATER DAYTON (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dayton, see our Dayton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 45410 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,766
Median Home Value
$97,800
Median Rent
$950/mo
Population
15,617
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
50.2%
Avg Commute
20.5 min
Poverty Rate
23.7%
Median Age
33.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dayton Smart Elementary School
What grades does Dayton Smart Elementary School serve?
Dayton Smart Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Dayton Smart Elementary School?
Dayton Smart Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 84 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dayton Smart Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dayton Smart Elementary School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dayton Smart Elementary School rank in OH?
Dayton Smart Elementary School ranks #705 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Dayton Smart Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dayton Smart Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dayton Smart Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dayton Smart Elementary School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
Is Dayton Smart Elementary School a charter school?
Yes, Dayton Smart Elementary School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Dayton Smart Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Dayton Smart Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 84
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.3%
- Phone
- (937) 222-2812
Resources & Links
District
Dayton SMART Elementary School- District Enrollment
- 84
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,951
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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