School Overview
The North Dayton School of Science & Discovery, located at 3901 Turner Road in Dayton, Ohio, is a tuition-free public charter school that serves students in grades K-8. Managed by National Heritage Academies (NHA), the school places a heavy emphasis on a "moral focus" curriculum integrated with rigorous academics. Their educational philosophy is designed to prepare students for success in high school and beyond by fostering a structured learning environment that prioritizes character development alongside core subjects like math, science, and literacy.

As a science-focused institution, the school encourages hands-on learning and critical thinking to help students engage with the world around them. Being part of the NHA network, North Dayton utilizes a standardized approach to education that includes regular student assessments, parental involvement initiatives, and a commitment to safe, supportive classroom settings. The school aims to bridge the gap in local educational opportunities by offering a specialized focus on discovery and STEM-related concepts, striving to equip Dayton-area youth with the foundational skills necessary for future academic and professional achievement.
563
Total Students
37.5
Full-Time Teachers
15.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for North Dayton School Of Science & Discovery
Demographic Student Count
White33
Hispanic17
Black454
Two or More59
  • Black
    454 (80.6 %)
  • Two or More
    59 (10.5 %)
  • White
    33 (5.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    17 (3.0 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: North Dayton School Of Science & Discovery
Phone: (937)278-6671
Website: http://www.nhaschools.com/schools/northdayton/en/pages/defa
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 563
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 37.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 86
Grade 1 85
Grade 2 50
Grade 3 54
Grade 4 69
Grade 5 55
Grade 6 56
Grade 7 55
Grade 8 53

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for North Dayton School Of Science & Discovery
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten86
Grade 185
Grade 250
Grade 354
Grade 469
Grade 555
Grade 656
Grade 755
Grade 853
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for North Dayton School Of Science & Discovery
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female29652.6%
Male26747.4%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Charter School 928 Students