Serving 395 students in grades 9-12, River Valley High School 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 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
River Valley High School's student population of 395 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
River Valley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Valley High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2451 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
2%
17%
White
95%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Valley High School's ranking?
River Valley High School is ranked #2451 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are River Valley High School often compared to?
River Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gallia High School 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 50% OH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of River Valley High School?
The graduation rate of River Valley High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend River Valley High School?
395 students attend River Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of River Valley High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of River Valley High School?
River Valley High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does River Valley High School offer ?
River Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is River Valley High School part of?
River Valley High School is part of Gallia County Local School District.
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