Serving 366 students in grades 7-8, Dayton Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dayton Intermediate School's student population of 366 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
366 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Dayton Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dayton Intermediate School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#413 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
28%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
26%

Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
19:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
2%
6%

Hispanic
27%
45%

Black
n/a
12%

White
64%
27%

Hawaiian
1%
1%

Two or more races
5%
8%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dayton Intermediate School's ranking?
Dayton Intermediate School is ranked #413 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Dayton Intermediate School often compared to?
Dayton Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oasis Academy, Sutro Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Dayton Intermediate School?
366 students attend Dayton Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Dayton Intermediate School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dayton Intermediate School?
Dayton Intermediate School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Dayton Intermediate School offer ?
Dayton Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Dayton Intermediate School part of?
Dayton Intermediate School is part of Lyon School District.
School Reviews
4 3/23/2019
I feel that in 2019, it has improved very much. The teachers really seem to care now but they don''t really seem to care about clothing. Either that or they dress code girls that are following the rule. The teachers really try to help improve our understanding of everything. Some teachers are nicer than others but teachers really have tried to help us now. There are many pros now rather than cons.
2 5/30/2011
1) Lack of tools to learn i.e.; textbooks, pencils, even teachers,etc.
2) SECOND TO LAST IN THE U.S. FOR EDUCATION
3) Verbal abusement everyday by teachers go unreported but will be seen
4) Principal Flaherety is not fit for her job. She doesn't care about how the children need to learn. She has only been in this position for only 1 year 1/2 and she has sent more than 1/2 the school to APEP.
NOT A GOOD SCHOOL!! DO NOT ENROLL HERE!!!
2 5/30/2011
ABSOLUTELY NOT RECOMMENDING!! As a child going here , I feel like my brains are being melted in a pot filled with dumb teachers that want to make us as red-neck as possible. DON'T SEND YOUR KIDS HERE!!!
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