Serving 950 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Deca Prep 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 39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 950 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deca Prep's student population of 950 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
950 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
2002
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Deca Prep ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deca Prep is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2315 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
94%
17%
White
1%
65%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deca Prep's ranking?
Deca Prep is ranked #2315 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Deca Prep often compared to?
Deca Prepis often viewed alongside schools like Cleveland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Deca Prep?
950 students attend Deca Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Deca Prep students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deca Prep?
Deca Prep has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Deca Prep offer ?
Deca Prep offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deca Prep part of?
Deca Prep is part of DECA Prep School District.
In what neighborhood is Deca Prep located?
Deca Prep is located in the Five Oaks neighborhood of Dayton, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Five Oaks.
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