Serving 150 students in grades 9-12, South Gallia 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Gallia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Gallia High School's student population of 150 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
150 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Gallia 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 South Gallia High School is 0.04, 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
#2361 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
1%
17%
White
98%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Gallia High School's ranking?
South Gallia High School is ranked #2361 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Gallia High School?
The graduation rate of South Gallia High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Gallia High School?
150 students attend South Gallia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of South Gallia High School students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Gallia High School?
South Gallia High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Gallia High School offer ?
South Gallia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Gallia High School part of?
South Gallia High School is part of Gallia County Local School District.
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