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Kiser Elementary School

Elementary School · Dayton City

1401 Leo St, Dayton, OH 45404

Enrollment

568

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,106 of 3,441

In Dayton

#32 of 77

public schools

In district

#10 of 26

Dayton City

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Kiser Elementary School

5.8/10

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

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About Kiser Elementary School

Kiser Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dayton, OH, part of Dayton City. Kiser Elementary School serves approximately 568 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Kiser Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,106 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Kiser Elementary School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at Kiser 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-23.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,177
Chronic Absenteeism37.9%

Kiser Elementary School — Students at Kiser Elementary School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 24.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 32.4% (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
33%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
40%
ELA
49%
2011
Math
40%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
41%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
23%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
18%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
23%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
23%
2020*
Math
11%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
20%
ELA
26.7%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Kiser Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
39th percentile in OH
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.9%

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

1401 Leo St, Dayton, OH 45404

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kiser Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dayton SMART Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, River's Edge Montessori Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dayton, see our Dayton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL Dayton 0.5 mi 8.2
Liberty High School Dayton 1.2 mi 3.8
Pathway School of Discovery Dayton 1.3 mi 3.8
River's Edge Montessori Elementary School Dayton 1.4 mi 7.6
Kettering City Schools MCESC Remote Learning Center Dayton 1.7 mi
Jefferson Township Local School District Dayton 1.7 mi
Mad River Local Schools Remote Learning Center Dayton 1.7 mi
Northmont Online Academy Dayton 1.7 mi
Stivers School For The Arts Dayton 1.7 mi 7.0
Dayton Career Tech High School Dayton 1.7 mi 5.3
DOMINION ACADEMY Dayton 1.4 mi 7.9
DECA PREP Dayton 1.6 mi 4.5
Horizon Science Academy Dayton Downtown Dayton 1.8 mi 4.0
Dayton SMART Elementary School Dayton 2.1 mi 8.0
Ruskin Elementary School Dayton 2.1 mi 6.0
Gem City Career Prep High School Dayton 1.6 mi 4.5
Summit Academy Community School - Dayton Dayton 1.9 mi 6.9
City Day Community School Dayton 2.1 mi 2.5
Emerson Academy Dayton 2.2 mi 4.5
Dayton Business Technology High School Dayton 2.0 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$35,286

Median Home Value

$82,400

Median Rent

$871/mo

Population

10,762

College Educated

8.5%

Homeownership

39.5%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

37%

Median Age

33.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kiser Elementary School

What grades does Kiser Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Kiser Elementary School?

Kiser Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 568 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Kiser Elementary School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kiser Elementary School rank in OH?

Kiser Elementary School ranks #2,106 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Kiser Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kiser Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Kiser Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kiser Elementary School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Kiser Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Kiser Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
568
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.9%

District

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

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