For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,289 students in 45414, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 85 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 45414, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45414, OH are Smith Intermediate School, Northridge High School and Northridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45414 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45414, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45414, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smith Intermediate School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3625 Little York Rd
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 415-7000
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 415-7000
Gr: 3-5 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Northridge High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2011 Timber Ln
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 275-7469
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 275-7469
Gr: 9-12 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
Northridge Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2011 Timber Ln
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 275-7469
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 275-7469
Gr: PK-5 | 796 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Northridge Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2011 Timber Ln
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 275-6833
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 275-6833
Gr: 6-8 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #55.
3ea
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4407 Payne Ave
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 278-5885
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 278-5885
Gr: 7-10 | 3 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45414, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45414, OH include Smith Intermediate School, Northridge High School and Northridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 45414?
5 public schools are located in 45414.
What percentage of students in 45414 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 45414 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45414?
45414 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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