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#1388 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 40% in state
Summit Academy Community School - Dayton
Elementary School · Summit Academy Community School - Dayton
4128 Cedar Ridge Rd, Dayton, OH 45414
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#1,388 of 3,441
In Dayton
#18 of 77
public schools
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Summit Academy Community School - Dayton
Elementary School in Dayton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Summit Academy Community School - Dayton
Summit Academy Community School - Dayton is a public elementary school in Dayton, OH, part of Summit Academy Community School - Dayton. Summit Academy Community School - Dayton serves approximately 73 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Summit Academy Community School - Dayton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,388 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Summit Academy Community School - Dayton show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 73 students, Summit Academy Community School - Dayton 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.
Test scores at Summit Academy Community School - Dayton 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.
Summit Academy Community School - Dayton 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
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Summit Academy Community School - Dayton — Students at Summit Academy Community School - Dayton score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 7.8/10.
How Summit Academy Community School - Dayton Compares
See how Summit Academy Community School - Dayton performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4128 Cedar Ridge Rd, Dayton, OH 45414
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Summit Academy Community School - Dayton may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is River's Edge Montessori Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Kiser Elementary School (rated 5.8/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Dayton, see our Dayton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTHRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Dayton | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Northridge High School Dayton | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| 3EA Dayton | 0.7 mi | — |
| Richard Allen Preparatory Dayton | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Charity Adams Earley Girls Academy Dayton | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Edwin Joel Brown Middle School Dayton | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Horizon Science Academy-Dayton Dayton | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School Dayton | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Gem City Career Prep High School Dayton | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Northridge Elementary School Dayton | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| DECA PREP Dayton | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Kiser Elementary School Dayton | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| DOMINION ACADEMY Dayton | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| GLORIA DEI MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dayton | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Fairview Elementary School Dayton | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Summit Academy Transition High School Dayton Dayton | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL Dayton | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| River's Edge Montessori Elementary School Dayton | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
| The Dayton School Dayton | 2.3 mi | — |
| Pathway School of Discovery Dayton | 2.3 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 45414 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,824
Median Home Value
$163,200
Median Rent
$867/mo
Population
20,479
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
67.9%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
45.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MAYFAIR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Uniontown, OH | 6.9 |
| Summit Acdy Comm Schl for Alternative Learners of Middletown Middletown, OH | 6.9 |
| ST BARBARA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Massillon, OH | 7.0 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Edgerton, OH | 7.0 |
| Holmesville Elementary School Holmesville, OH | 6.8 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coshocton, OH | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Summit Academy Community School - Dayton
What grades does Summit Academy Community School - Dayton serve?
Summit Academy Community School - Dayton serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Summit Academy Community School - Dayton?
Summit Academy Community School - Dayton has an enrollment of approximately 73 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Summit Academy Community School - Dayton?
The student-teacher ratio at Summit Academy Community School - Dayton is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Summit Academy Community School - Dayton rank in OH?
Summit Academy Community School - Dayton ranks #1,388 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Summit Academy Community School - Dayton's MySchoolScout rating?
Summit Academy Community School - Dayton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Summit Academy Community School - Dayton?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Summit Academy Community School - Dayton has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Summit Academy Community School - Dayton a charter school?
Yes, Summit Academy Community School - Dayton is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Summit Academy Community School - Dayton a Title I school?
No, Summit Academy Community School - Dayton is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 73
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.8%
- Phone
- (937) 278-4298
Resources & Links
District
Summit Academy Community School - Dayton- District Enrollment
- 73
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,033
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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