Dayton SMART Elementary School vs Ruskin Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 523 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dayton SMART Elementary School
Dayton · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
94 students
Ruskin Elementary School
Dayton · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
553 students
| Measure | Dayton SMART Elementary School Dayton, Ohio | Ruskin Elementary School Dayton, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1441 of 1,713 | #1479 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #37337 of 50,301 | #39716 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 94 | 553 |
| Enrollment | 94 | 553 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 44.5% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 35% |
| city | Dayton | Dayton |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dayton SMART Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.8 vs 28.2).
- •Ruskin Elementary School does better on math proficiency (35% vs 24.5%).
- •Dayton SMART Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (44.5% vs 41%).
- •Dayton SMART Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 19.8).
- •Ruskin Elementary School is the larger school with 553 students compared with 94.
- •Dayton SMART Elementary School is a charter school while Ruskin Elementary School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 SMART Elementary School better than Ruskin Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Dayton SMART Elementary School ranks higher (31.8 vs 28.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Dayton SMART Elementary School and Ruskin Elementary School?
About 523 m in a straight line, between Dayton and Dayton in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dayton SMART Elementary School: 94. Ruskin Elementary School: 553. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dayton SMART Elementary School and Ruskin Elementary School rank in Ohio?
Dayton SMART Elementary School is 1441st of 1,713 and Ruskin Elementary School is 1479th of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).