David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center is a technical school located in downtown Dayton, Ohio. Ponitz enrolls 800 students in grades 9-12 annually. Ponitz is also part of the Dayton Public School District.
Serving 773 students in grades 9-12, David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 773 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center's student population of 773 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
773 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
2009
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2779 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
75%
17%
White
11%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center's ranking?
David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center is ranked #2779 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center often compared to?
David H. Ponitz Career Technology Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Stivers School For The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center?
The graduation rate of David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center?
773 students attend David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center?
David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center offer ?
David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center part of?
David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center is part of Dayton City School District.
In what neighborhood is David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center located?
David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center is located in the Five Points neighborhood of Dayton, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Five Points.
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