For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,467 students in 45432, OH (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,430 private students). 50% of all K-12 students in 45432, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45432, OH are Parkwood Elementary School, Spinning Hills Middle School (5-6) and Eastmont Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45432 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45432, OH have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45432, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Parkwood Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1791 Wilene Dr
Dayton, OH 45432
(937) 429-7604
Dayton, OH 45432
(937) 429-7604
Gr: PK-5 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Spinning Hills Middle School (5-6)
(Math: 46% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5001 Eastman Ave
Dayton, OH 45432
(937) 259-6635
Dayton, OH 45432
(937) 259-6635
Gr: 4-6 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Eastmont Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1480 Edendale Rd
Dayton, OH 45432
(937) 542-4490
Dayton, OH 45432
(937) 542-4490
Gr: PK-7 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45432, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45432, OH include Parkwood Elementary School, Spinning Hills Middle School (5-6) and Eastmont Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 45432?
3 public schools are located in 45432.
What percentage of students in 45432 go to public school?
50% of all K-12 students in 45432 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45432?
45432 public schools minority enrollment is 28% 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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