Dayton City

Dayton City Schools serves 12,075 students across 29 schools in Montgomery County, Ohio, with recent enrollment growth of 3.7%. The district operates 15 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 8 high schools with a student-teacher ratio of 14.5:1 and 834 teachers.

Academic performance measures show significant gaps relative to Ohio state averages. Math proficiency stands at 50.4% compared to the state average of 79.9%, while reading proficiency is 36.8% against the state average of 65.9%. The graduation rate of 68.6% falls substantially below the state average of 95.1%. Chronic absenteeism is a notable concern at 44.5%.

The student population reflects substantial economic and social needs. Approximately 99.3% of students qualify as economically disadvantaged, with 18.9% identified as English learners and 18.0% as students with disabilities. Racial composition is 61.4% Black, 18.8% White, 13.5% Hispanic, and 0.4% Asian.

The district receives per-pupil spending of $9,880, exceeding Ohio's state average of $8,239. Total budget is $279.7 million, supported by 56.3% state funding, 32.5% local revenue, and 11.3% federal resources. This funding structure indicates reliance on state and local sources rather than federal supplementation, suggesting limited federal Title I concentration compared to peer districts with similar demographics.