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The Dayton School
High School · The Dayton School
6401 N Main St, Dayton, OH 45415
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
School environment
9.3 / 10
Exceptional
About The Dayton School
The Dayton School is a public high school in Dayton, OH, part of the The Dayton School. The school serves approximately 62 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $78,864, where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a midsize city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 62 students, The Dayton School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
The Dayton School is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 62 students
- Type
- Public (Charter)
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Address
- 6401 N Main St, Dayton, OH 45415
- Phone
- (330) 620-5861
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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How The Dayton School Compares
See how The Dayton School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
6401 N Main St, Dayton, OH 45415
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Dayton School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Gem City Career Prep High School (rated 7.2/10, 2.4 miles away). Another option is Meadowdale High School (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away). Additionally, Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away). For more schools in Dayton, see our Dayton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 45415 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,864
Median Home Value
$169,400
Median Rent
$941/mo
Population
12,171
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
69.3%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
44
Community Profile
The community surrounding The Dayton School has a median household income of $78,864. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $169,400, with a median rent of $941/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.7%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Dayton School
What grades does The Dayton School serve?
The Dayton School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend The Dayton School?
The Dayton School has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Dayton School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Dayton School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is The Dayton School a charter school?
Yes, The Dayton School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is The Dayton School a Title I school?
No, The Dayton School is not currently a Title I school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (5,708/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Dayton). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 62
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (330) 620-5861
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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