Serving 356 students in grades 7-8, Dayton Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dayton Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dayton Intermediate School's student population of 356 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Dayton Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dayton Intermediate School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#423 out of 684 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
29%
46%
Black
1%
12%
White
62%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lyon School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dayton Intermediate School's ranking?
Dayton Intermediate School is ranked #423 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Dayton Intermediate School often compared to?
Dayton Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sutro Elementary School, Oasis Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Dayton Intermediate School?
356 students attend Dayton Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Dayton Intermediate School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dayton Intermediate School?
Dayton Intermediate School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dayton Intermediate School offer ?
Dayton Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dayton Intermediate School part of?
Dayton Intermediate School is part of Lyon School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
ABSOLUTELY NOT RECOMMENDING!! As a child going here , I feel like my brains are being melted in a pot filled with dumb teachers that want to make us as red-neck as possible. DON'T SEND YOUR KIDS HERE!!!
2 10/10/2025
1) Lack of tools to learn i.e.; textbooks, pencils, even teachers,etc.
2) SECOND TO LAST IN THE U.S. FOR EDUCATION
3) Verbal abusement everyday by teachers go unreported but will be seen
4) Principal Flaherety is not fit for her job. She doesn't care about how the children need to learn. She has only been in this position for only 1 year 1/2 and she has sent more than 1/2 the school to APEP.
NOT A GOOD SCHOOL!! DO NOT ENROLL HERE!!!
4 10/10/2025
I feel that in 2019, it has improved very much. The teachers really seem to care now but they don''t really seem to care about clothing. Either that or they dress code girls that are following the rule. The teachers really try to help improve our understanding of everything. Some teachers are nicer than others but teachers really have tried to help us now. There are many pros now rather than cons.
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