Serving 344 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dayton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dayton Elementary School's student population of 344 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dayton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dayton Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4884 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
52%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dayton Elementary School's ranking?
Dayton Elementary School is ranked #4884 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Dayton Elementary School often compared to?
Dayton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School, Madison Elementary School, Ruth Acty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dayton Elementary School?
344 students attend Dayton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Dayton Elementary School students are Asian, 32% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dayton Elementary School?
Dayton Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dayton Elementary School offer ?
Dayton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dayton Elementary School part of?
Dayton Elementary School is part of San Lorenzo Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Dayton Elementary School located?
Dayton Elementary School is located in the Washington Manor Bonaire neighborhood of San Leandro, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Washington Manor Bonaire.
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