The Dayton Regional STEM School, often abbreviated DRSS, is located in Kettering, Ohio, United States. Its first class graduated in 2013 after starting in ninth grade. The school utilizes a project based learning teaching methodology that prepares students to work in the real world.
Serving 801 students in grades 6-12, Dayton Regional Stem School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dayton Regional Stem School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dayton Regional Stem School's student population of 801 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
801 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
2009
Colors
Blue, Green, Red
School Calendar
School Motto
The Real World Starts Here
School Rankings
Dayton Regional Stem School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dayton Regional Stem School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#336 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
9%
17%
White
64%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ace The Innovator
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dayton Regional Stem School's ranking?
Dayton Regional Stem School is ranked #336 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dayton Regional Stem School?
The graduation rate of Dayton Regional Stem School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Dayton Regional Stem School?
801 students attend Dayton Regional Stem School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Dayton Regional Stem School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dayton Regional Stem School?
Dayton Regional Stem School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dayton Regional Stem School offer ?
Dayton Regional Stem School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dayton Regional Stem School part of?
Dayton Regional Stem School is part of Dayton Regional STEM School District.
In what neighborhood is Dayton Regional Stem School located?
Dayton Regional Stem School is located in the Eastmont neighborhood of Dayton, OH.
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