Richard Allen Preparatory

545 Odlin Ave
Dayton, OH 45405
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Bottom 50%
Serving 451 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Richard Allen Preparatory ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 451 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • : Bottom 50% in OH
  • : 12% (Btm 50%)
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

School Overview

Richard Allen Preparatory's student population of 451 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
451 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Richard Allen Preparatory ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard Allen Preparatory is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#2934 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Richard Allen Preparatory, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
12%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Richard Allen Preparatory and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
22%
60%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Richard Allen Preparatory and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
15-19%
63%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Richard Allen Preparatory and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
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Black
97%
17%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Richard Allen Preparatory and the percentage of Black public school students in Ohio by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
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67%
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Hawaiian
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n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Richard Allen Preparatory.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Ohio.
0.06
This chart displays the diversity score of Richard Allen Preparatory and the public school average diversity score of Ohio by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
37%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Richard Allen Preparatory and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Ohio by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Richard Allen Preparatory and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Ohio by year, with the latest 2011-12 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Richard Allen Preparatory's ranking?
Richard Allen Preparatory is ranked #2934 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Richard Allen Preparatory often compared to?
Richard Allen Preparatoryis often viewed alongside schools like Deca Prep by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Richard Allen Preparatory?
451 students attend Richard Allen Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Richard Allen Preparatory students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richard Allen Preparatory?
Richard Allen Preparatory has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Richard Allen Preparatory offer ?
Richard Allen Preparatory offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Richard Allen Preparatory part of?
Richard Allen Preparatory is part of Richard Allen Preparatory School District.
In what neighborhood is Richard Allen Preparatory located?
Richard Allen Preparatory is located in the Hillcrest neighborhood of Dayton, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Hillcrest.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 451 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 12% (Btm 50%)
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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