The Dayton School

The Dayton School is the sole public charter high school in this analysis, serving 29 students in grades 9-12 in Dayton, Ohio. With a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger and ranking 863 out of 864 Ohio high schools, this school faces significant challenges in student achievement and overall performance.

The Dayton School has a predominantly African American student population, with 82.76% of students identifying as such. However, the school's state test scores are alarmingly low, with only 9.1% of students proficient or better in Biology and 0% proficient or better in Algebra I, compared to state averages of 62.9% and 55.9%, respectively. Additionally, the school grapples with an extremely high chronic absenteeism rate of 94.2%, which likely contributes to the poor academic outcomes.

While the school's low student-teacher ratio of 5.8 to 1 could be an asset, it has not translated into improved student success. Without data on the school's free/reduced lunch rates, it is difficult to assess the socioeconomic status of the student population and how that may be impacting the school's performance. Addressing the challenges faced by The Dayton School will require a comprehensive approach, including targeted interventions, resource allocation, and a deeper understanding of the unique needs of the student body within the The Dayton School district.