For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,919 students in 45429, OH (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,811 private students). 68% of all K-12 students in 45429, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45429, OH are Oakview Elementary School, Driscoll Elementary School and Van Buren Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45429 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45429, OH have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45429, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oakview Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4001 Ackerman Blvd
Dayton, OH 45429
(937) 499-1870
Dayton, OH 45429
(937) 499-1870
Gr: PK-5 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Driscoll Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5767 Marshall Rd
Dayton, OH 45429
(937) 434-0562
Dayton, OH 45429
(937) 434-0562
Gr: 2-5 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Van Buren Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3775 Shroyer Rd
Dayton, OH 45429
(937) 499-1800
Dayton, OH 45429
(937) 499-1800
Gr: 6-8 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Kettering Fairmont High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3301 Shroyer Rd
Dayton, OH 45429
(937) 499-1600
Dayton, OH 45429
(937) 499-1600
Gr: 9-12 | 2,445 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
219 W Dorothy Ln
Dayton, OH 45429
(937) 299-8730
Dayton, OH 45429
(937) 299-8730
Gr: K | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45429, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45429, OH include Oakview Elementary School, Driscoll Elementary School and Van Buren Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 45429?
5 public schools are located in 45429.
What percentage of students in 45429 go to public school?
68% of all K-12 students in 45429 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45429?
45429 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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