Serving 783 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dayton Oaks ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 783 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dayton Oaks ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dayton Oaks's student population of 783 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
783 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dayton Oaks ranks within the top 20% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dayton Oaks is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#211 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
28%
7%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
9%
33%
White
47%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dayton Oaks's ranking?
Dayton Oaks is ranked #211 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Dayton Oaks?
783 students attend Dayton Oaks.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Dayton Oaks students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dayton Oaks?
Dayton Oaks has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dayton Oaks offer ?
Dayton Oaks offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dayton Oaks part of?
Dayton Oaks is part of Howard County School District.
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