Top Rankings
Dayton Independent School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
Lowest student:teacher ratio (Top 1%)
For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 859 students in Dayton Independent School District. This district's average testing ranking is 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
Public Schools in Dayton Independent School District have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 45% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (KY)
# Schools
3 Schools
1,542 Schools
# Students
859 Students
659,042 Students
# Teachers
69 Teachers
43,082 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
District Rank
Dayton Independent School District, which is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 171 school districts in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 90% has decreased from 90-94% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#146 out of 172 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.27
0.45
# American Indian Students
n/a
862 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
2 Students
13,098 Students
% Asian Students
n/a
2%
# Hispanic Students
54 Students
58,078 Students
% Hispanic Students
7%
9%
# Black Students
18 Students
70,606 Students
% Black Students
2%
11%
# White Students
731 Students
481,429 Students
% White Students
85%
73%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
1,127 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
54 Students
33,842 Students
% of Two or more races Students
6%
5%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
76
25,767
# Students in K Grade:
56
48,378
# Students in 1st Grade:
52
50,889
# Students in 2nd Grade:
54
46,851
# Students in 3rd Grade:
63
47,459
# Students in 4th Grade:
74
47,712
# Students in 5th Grade:
63
44,331
# Students in 6th Grade:
49
47,414
# Students in 7th Grade:
59
48,139
# Students in 8th Grade:
55
50,605
# Students in 9th Grade:
63
55,683
# Students in 10th Grade:
75
53,146
# Students in 11th Grade:
64
47,369
# Students in 12th Grade:
56
44,657
# Ungraded Students:
-
642
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $17,235 is higher than the state median of $14,203. The school district revenue/student has grown by 32% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $15,411 is higher than the state median of $13,943. The school district spending/student has grown by 14% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$15 MM
$9,360 MM
Spending
$13 MM
$9,189 MM
Revenue / Student
$17,235
$14,203
Spending / Student
$15,411
$13,943
Best Dayton Independent School District Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dayton High School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 Greendevil Ln
Dayton, KY 41074
(859) 292-7486
Dayton, KY 41074
(859) 292-7486
Grades: 7-12
| 372 students
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
701 Fifth Ave
Dayton, KY 41074
(859) 292-7492
Dayton, KY 41074
(859) 292-7492
Grades: PK-6
| 487 students
Rank: #33.
Regional School Programs
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5516 East Alexandria Pike
Newport, KY 41076
(859) 441-4225
Newport, KY 41076
(859) 441-4225
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to Dayton Independent School District?
Dayton Independent School District manages 3 public schools serving 859 students.
What is the rank of Dayton Independent School District?
Dayton Independent School District is ranked #144 out of 171 school districts in Kentucky (bottom 50%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2021-2022 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of Kentucky school districts for: Lowest student:teacher ratio (Top 1%)
What is the racial composition of students in Dayton Independent School District?
85% of Dayton Independent School District students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Dayton Independent School District?
Dayton Independent School District has a student/teacher ratio of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What is Dayton Independent School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $15,411 is higher than the state median of $13,943. The school district spending/student has grown by 14% over four school years.
Recent Articles
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
