Richard Allen Preparatory

Richard Allen Preparatory is an open, independent charter school district situated at 545 Odlin Ave in Dayton, Ohio. Located within the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek metropolitan area, the single-school district operates in a midsize city setting, functioning as its own local education agency for federal programs. Designed to foster academic growth during crucial formative years, the district serves students from Kindergarten through 8th grade. Families, community members, and researchers can easily reach the district leadership through their official website at richardallenschools.com or by calling (937) 951-2800.

The district educates a student body of 374 pupils, composed of 184 female and 190 male learners, with its largest cohorts concentrated in the early elementary years—led by 89 kindergarteners and 72 first graders. Demographically, the student body is predominantly Black (357 students), alongside multiracial (12), Hispanic (2), White (2), and American Indian (1) students. To deliver individual attention and maintain smooth day-to-day operations, Richard Allen Preparatory maintains a robust staffing context of 84 total full-time equivalent (FTE) employees. This includes 54 FTE teachers, 3 instructional aides, and 27 support staff members, creating an enriched learning environment tailored to support students throughout their elementary and middle school careers.