DAYTON HIGH SCHOOL

Dayton High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Dayton Independent school district, located in Dayton, KY with about 358 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th 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 28 teachers, Dayton High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Dayton High School, located at 200 Greendevil Ln in Dayton, Kentucky, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Dayton Independent School District. As a small, community-focused school, it emphasizes a personalized learning environment where students benefit from close relationships with faculty and staff. The school is known for its "Greendevil" pride and maintains a strong connection to the local Dayton community, often acting as a hub for local events and school spirit.

Academically, Dayton High School offers a standard core curriculum supplemented by various elective courses designed to prepare students for both college and career readiness. Despite its smaller size, the school provides a range of extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, arts programs, and student organizations, which help foster student engagement and personal development. The school’s mission focuses on guiding students toward academic success while instilling the values of responsibility and community citizenship.

For more information, contact Dayton High School at (859) 292-7486 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.