For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,989 students in 45416, OH.
The top ranked public schools in 45416, OH are Valerie Elementary School, Belle Haven Elementary School and Meadowdale High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45416 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45416, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45416, OH 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Valerie Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3871 Yellowstone Ave
Dayton, OH 45416
(937) 542-5390
Dayton, OH 45416
(937) 542-5390
Grades: PK-6
| 515 students
Rank: #22.
Belle Haven Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4401 Free Pike
Dayton, OH 45416
(937) 542-4220
Dayton, OH 45416
(937) 542-4220
Grades: PK-6
| 414 students
Rank: #33.
Meadowdale High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3873 Whitestone Ct
Dayton, OH 45416
(937) 542-7030
Dayton, OH 45416
(937) 542-7030
Grades: 9-12
| 519 students
Rank: #44.
Klepinger Community School
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3650 Klepinger Rd
Dayton, OH 45416
(937) 610-1710
Dayton, OH 45416
(937) 610-1710
Grades: K-8
| 541 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 45416, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 45416, OH include Valerie Elementary School, Belle Haven Elementary School and Meadowdale High School.
How many public schools are located in 45416?
4 public schools are located in 45416.
What is the racial composition of students in 45416?
45416 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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