For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,470 students in 45416, OH.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 45416, OH are Valerie Elementary School, Belle Haven Elementary School and Klepinger Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 45416 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45416, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45416, OH Public Elementary Schools (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.
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 elementary schools in 45416, OH?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 45416, OH include Valerie Elementary School, Belle Haven Elementary School and Klepinger Community School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45416?
3 public elementary schools are located in 45416.
What is the racial composition of students in 45416?
45416 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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