About the School
- South Dayton Preparatory School in Dayton, OH, serves 123 students in grades PK through 8 within an urban large town community.
- The school operates as a nonsectarian, co–educational program with a total teaching staff of 7 and a student–teacher ratio of 18:1.
- South Dayton Preparatory is a member of the Institute for Independent Education and enrolls a student body with approximately 9.64% students of color.
- The school offers a regular elementary and secondary program from pre–kindergarten to 8th grade, providing education options for families seeking a Dayton PK–8 private school.
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Student Body
Total Students
123 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 25%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.:
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for South Dayton Preparatory School?
The application deadline for South Dayton Preparatory School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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