For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 526 students in 45403, OH.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 45403, OH are Kemp Elementary School and Horizon Science Academy Dayton Downtown. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 45403 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45403, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45403, OH Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kemp Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1923 Gondert Ave
Dayton, OH 45403
(937) 542-5090
Dayton, OH 45403
(937) 542-5090
Grades: PK-6
| 323 students
Rank: #22.
Horizon Science Academy Dayton Downtown
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
121 S Monmouth St
Dayton, OH 45403
(937) 281-1980
Dayton, OH 45403
(937) 281-1980
Grades: K-8
| 203 students
45403, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1407 E 3rd St
Dayton, OH 45403
(937) 223-3154
Dayton, OH 45403
(937) 223-3154
Grades: 7-10
| 27 students
1361 Huffman Ave
Dayton, OH 45403
(937) 542-6380
Dayton, OH 45403
(937) 542-6380
Grades: 7-8
| 513 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 45403, OH?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 45403, OH include Kemp Elementary School and Horizon Science Academy Dayton Downtown.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45403?
2 public elementary schools are located in 45403.
What is the racial composition of students in 45403?
45403 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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