For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 470 students in 45405, OH.
The top-ranked public high schools in 45405, OH are Edwin Joel Brown Middle School and Gem City Career Prep High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 45405 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Ohio public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 57% statewide average). High schools in 45405, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 45405 have a Graduation Rate of 35%, which is less than the Ohio average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Gem City Career Prep High School, with 30-39% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Ohio or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public high school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45405, OH Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edwin Joel Brown Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
31 Willowwood Drive
Dayton, OH 45405
(937) 542-5740
Dayton, OH 45405
(937) 542-5740
Gr: 7-9 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Gem City Career Prep High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1721 N Main St
Dayton, OH 45405
(937) 274-2841
Dayton, OH 45405
(937) 274-2841
Gr: 9-12 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 45405, OH?
The top-ranked public high schools in 45405, OH include Edwin Joel Brown Middle School and Gem City Career Prep High School.
How many public high schools are located in 45405?
2 public high schools are located in 45405.
What is the racial composition of students in 45405?
45405 public high schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public high schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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