For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 570 students in Dayton, NJ (there are 3 private schools, serving 192 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in Dayton, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public school in Dayton, NJ is Indian Fields Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dayton, NJ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Dayton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Dayton, NJ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Indian Fields Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
359 Ridge Road
Dayton, NJ 08810
(732) 329-1043
Dayton, NJ 08810
(732) 329-1043
Gr: K-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
310 Georges Road
Dayton, NJ 08810
(732) 329-5200
Dayton, NJ 08810
(732) 329-5200
Gr: PK | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Dayton, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in Dayton, NJ include Indian Fields Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Dayton?
2 public schools are located in Dayton.
What percentage of students in Dayton go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in Dayton are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in Dayton?
Dayton public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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