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#1590 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 46% in state

Kemp Elementary School

Elementary School · Dayton City

1923 Gondert Ave, Dayton, OH 45403

Enrollment

323

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,590 of 3,441

In Dayton

#21 of 77

public schools

In district

#4 of 26

Dayton City

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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6.6/10

Elementary School in Dayton · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Kemp Elementary School

Kemp Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dayton, OH, part of Dayton City. Kemp Elementary School serves approximately 323 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Kemp Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,590 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Kemp Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Kemp Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-19.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,177
Chronic Absenteeism29.7%

Kemp Elementary School — Students at Kemp Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 30.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 36.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
38%
ELA
48%
2010
Math
41%
ELA
51%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
45%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
19%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
21%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
21%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
28%
ELA
27.9%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Kemp Elementary School Compares

See how Kemp Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
54th percentile in OH
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1923 Gondert Ave, Dayton, OH 45403

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kemp Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Parkwood Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Beavercreek), which scores notably higher. Another option is Saville Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Beverly Gardens Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dayton, see our Dayton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
TEMPLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dayton 0.7 mi 8.8
ST HELEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dayton 0.7 mi 6.2
Spinning Hills Middle School (5-6) Dayton 0.7 mi 5.0
Wright Brothers Middle School Dayton 0.8 mi 3.8
EAST DAYTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dayton 1.1 mi 8.2
CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL Dayton 1.3 mi 6.9
Cleveland Elementary School Dayton 1.3 mi 5.7
Virginia Stevenson Elementary School Dayton 1.5 mi 6.1
Mad River Early Childhood Center Dayton 1.6 mi 3.3
Dayton Athletic Vocational Academy Dayton 1.6 mi 4.0
Horizon Science Academy Dayton Downtown Dayton 1.4 mi 4.0
Eastmont Elementary School Dayton 1.5 mi 6.6
Beverly Gardens Elementary School Dayton 1.5 mi 7.8
Saville Elementary School Dayton 1.5 mi 8.3
Montgomery Preparatory Academy Dayton 2.0 mi 6.3
Belmont High School Dayton 1.8 mi 3.7
Dayton Regional STEM School Kettering 2.0 mi 7.1
Parkwood Elementary School Beavercreek 1.8 mi 8.7
Greenmont Elementary School Kettering 2.4 mi 7.3
ASCENSION SCHOOL Kettering 2.5 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,250

Median Home Value

$73,900

Median Rent

$742/mo

Population

13,831

College Educated

10.8%

Homeownership

40.9%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

36.2%

Median Age

35.4

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Amanda-Clearcreek Primary School Amanda, OH 6.6
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Burlington Elementary School South Point, OH 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kemp Elementary School

What grades does Kemp Elementary School serve?

Kemp Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Kemp Elementary School?

Kemp Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 323 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kemp Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Kemp Elementary School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kemp Elementary School rank in OH?

Kemp Elementary School ranks #1,590 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Kemp Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kemp Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Kemp Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kemp Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Kemp Elementary School a charter school?

No, Kemp Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Kemp Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Kemp Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
323
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.7%

District

Dayton City
District Enrollment
12,441
Schools in District
28
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,177
District Rank
#4 of 26

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