Best 45410 Ohio Public Charter Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 768 students in 45410, OH.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 45410, OH are Emerson Academy and Dayton Smart Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 45410 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Ohio public charter school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 37% statewide average). Charter schools in 45410, OH have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Ohio public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public charter school average of 65% (majority Black).

Best 45410, OH Public Charter Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Emerson Academy
Charter School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
501 Hickory St
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 223-2889
Gr: K-8 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Dayton Smart Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
601 S Keowee St
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 222-2812
Gr: K-6 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 45410, OH?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 45410, OH include Emerson Academy and Dayton Smart Elementary School.
How many public charter schools are located in 45410?
2 public charter schools are located in 45410.
What is the racial composition of students in 45410?
45410 public charter schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public charter schools average of 65% (majority Black).

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