HORIZON SCIENCE ACADEMY DAYTON DOWNTOWN

Horizon Science Academy Dayton Downtown is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Horizon Science Academy Dayton Downtown school district, located in Dayton, OH with about 223 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 17 teachers, Horizon Science Academy Dayton Downtown has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Horizon Science Academy Dayton Downtown (HSA Dayton) is a tuition-free, public charter school serving students in grades K–8. Operated by Concept Schools, the academy is part of a larger network that emphasizes a rigorous STEM-focused curriculum, aiming to prepare students for college and career success through a structured and supportive learning environment. The school is known for its extended school day and year, which provides additional instructional time to help students master core academic subjects like math, science, and literacy.

Located on S. Monmouth St. in the heart of Dayton, the school fosters a close-knit community characterized by high expectations and individualized attention. HSA Dayton places a strong emphasis on character development and college readiness, utilizing data-driven instruction to monitor student progress closely. By combining a challenging academic program with extracurricular opportunities and community involvement, Horizon Science Academy strives to bridge achievement gaps and provide students in the downtown area with a competitive educational foundation.

For more information, contact Horizon Science Academy Dayton Downtown at (937) 281-1980 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.