For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,208 students in 45404, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 215 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 45404, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45404, OH are Brantwood Elementary School, Pathway School Of Discovery and Kiser Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45404 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45404, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45404, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brantwood Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4350 Schwinn Dr
Dayton, OH 45404
(937) 237-4270
Dayton, OH 45404
(937) 237-4270
Gr: K-4 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Pathway School Of Discovery
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
173 Avondale Dr
Dayton, OH 45404
(937) 235-5498
Dayton, OH 45404
(937) 235-5498
Gr: K-8 | 843 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Kiser Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Leo St
Dayton, OH 45404
(937) 542-6130
Dayton, OH 45404
(937) 542-6130
Gr: PK-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45404, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45404, OH include Brantwood Elementary School, Pathway School Of Discovery and Kiser Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 45404?
3 public schools are located in 45404.
What percentage of students in 45404 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 45404 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45404?
45404 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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