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Klepinger Community School

Elementary School · Klepinger Community School

3650 Klepinger Rd, Dayton, OH 45416

Charter

Enrollment

541

Student-Teacher

45.1:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,609 of 3,441

In Dayton

#45 of 77

public schools

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Klepinger Community School

5.0/10

Elementary School in Dayton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Klepinger Community School

Klepinger Community School is a public elementary school in Dayton, OH, part of Klepinger Community School. Klepinger Community School serves approximately 541 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 45.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Klepinger Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,609 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Klepinger Community School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts below OH schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Klepinger Community 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.

Klepinger Community School runs 45.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Klepinger Community 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.3Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency4.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency9.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency7% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-40.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile1th
Resources & Environment1.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio45.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,937
Chronic Absenteeism75%

Klepinger Community School — Students at Klepinger Community School score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 31.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
27%
ELA
39%
2012
Math
35%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
23%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
31%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
4.5%
ELA
9.6%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Klepinger Community School Compares

See how Klepinger Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
24th percentile in OH
Academic
1.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
1.2/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
45:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
75.0%

Location

3650 Klepinger Rd, Dayton, OH 45416

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Klepinger Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOTHER MARIA A. BRUNNER (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westwood Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Valerie Elementary School (rated 6.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dayton, see our Dayton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
The Dayton School Dayton 0.2 mi
Valerie Elementary School Dayton 0.8 mi 6.0
Meadowdale High School Dayton 1.0 mi 3.7
North Dayton School of Discovery Dayton 1.1 mi 5.8
Fairview Elementary School Dayton 1.0 mi 5.2
Rosa Parks Early Learning Center Dayton 1.3 mi 5.3
Belle Haven Elementary School Dayton 1.0 mi 5.4
Summit Academy Transition High School Dayton Dayton 1.3 mi 4.9
Horizon Science Academy-Dayton Dayton 1.3 mi 3.1
Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School Dayton 1.3 mi 4.8
Richard Allen Preparatory Dayton 1.3 mi 3.5
Charity Adams Earley Girls Academy Dayton 1.4 mi 4.5
GLORIA DEI MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dayton 1.8 mi 8.0
MOTHER MARIA A. BRUNNER Dayton 1.9 mi 7.9
Edwin Joel Brown Middle School Dayton 1.9 mi 5.0
Thurgood Marshall High School Dayton 2.7 mi 2.6
Westwood Elementary School Dayton 2.8 mi 6.5
Gem City Career Prep High School Dayton 2.5 mi 4.5
The International School Dayton 3.0 mi
Roosevelt Elementary School Dayton 3.0 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45416 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,710

Median Home Value

$76,000

Median Rent

$1,123/mo

Population

5,353

College Educated

13.3%

Homeownership

63.8%

Poverty Rate

32.2%

Median Age

42.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Klepinger Community School

What grades does Klepinger Community School serve?

Klepinger Community School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Klepinger Community School?

Klepinger Community School has an enrollment of approximately 541 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Klepinger Community School?

The student-teacher ratio at Klepinger Community School is 45.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Klepinger Community School rank in OH?

Klepinger Community School ranks #2,609 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Klepinger Community School's MySchoolScout rating?

Klepinger Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Klepinger Community School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Klepinger Community School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Klepinger Community School a charter school?

Yes, Klepinger Community School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Klepinger Community School a Title I school?

No, Klepinger Community School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
66 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
541
Student-Teacher Ratio
45.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
75.0%

District

Klepinger Community School
District Enrollment
541
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,937
District Rank
#1 of 1

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