Serving 88 students in grades 9-12, Dayton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 88 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dayton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dayton High School's student population of 88 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
88 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Dayton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dayton High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#879 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
16%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
82%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dayton High School's ranking?
Dayton High School is ranked #879 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dayton High School?
The graduation rate of Dayton High School is 80%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Dayton High School?
88 students attend Dayton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Dayton High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dayton High School?
Dayton High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dayton High School offer ?
Dayton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dayton High School part of?
Dayton High School is part of Dayton School District.
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