Dayton Career Tech High School vs Deca Prep
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dayton Career Tech High School
Dayton · Charter high · Grades 9–12
145 students
Deca Prep
Dayton · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
950 students
| Measure | Dayton Career Tech High School Dayton, Ohio | Deca Prep Dayton, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #575 of 802 | #1280 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #9580 of 16,910 | #28377 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 145 | 950 |
| Enrollment | 145 | 950 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 55% |
| Math proficiency | – | 42% |
| city | Dayton | Dayton |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (45.4 vs 45.3).
- •Dayton Career Tech High School does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 17.6).
- •Deca Prep is the larger school with 950 students compared with 145.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Dayton Career Tech High School better than Deca Prep?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Dayton Career Tech High School and Deca Prep?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Dayton and Dayton in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dayton Career Tech High School: 145. Deca Prep: 950. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dayton Career Tech High School and Deca Prep rank in Ohio?
Dayton Career Tech High School is 575th of 802 and Deca Prep is 1280th of 1,713 among high schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).