For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,556 students in 45424, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45424, OH are Charles Huber Elementary School, Rushmore Elementary School and Monticello Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 45424 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45424, OH have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 45424, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charles Huber Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8895 Emeraldgate Dr
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-6375
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-6375
Gr: K-6 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Rushmore Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7701 Berchman Dr
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-6365
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-6365
Gr: K-6 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Monticello Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6523 Alter Rd
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-6360
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-6360
Gr: K-6 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
Wright Brothers Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5758 Harshmanville Rd
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-6355
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-6355
Gr: K-6 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #55.
Valley Forge Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7191 Troy Manor Rd
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-6380
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-6380
Gr: K-6 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #66.
Mad River Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Harshman Rd
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-4265
Dayton, OH 45424
(937) 237-4265
Gr: 5-9 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 45424, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45424, OH include Charles Huber Elementary School, Rushmore Elementary School and Monticello Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45424?
6 public elementary schools are located in 45424.
What is the racial composition of students in 45424?
45424 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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