Black River High School is a public high school located in Sullivan, Ohio. It was consolidated in 1961 by combining the districts from Homerville, Spencer, and Sullivan.
Serving 339 students in grades 8-12, Black River High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Black River High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Sullivan, OH, encompassing approximately 114 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 10-15 minutes and the furthest edge located 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black River High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Black River High School's student population of 339 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
339 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Average Class Size
23 students
School Rankings
Black River High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black River High School is 0.13, which is less 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
#837 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
School Mascot
Pirate
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black River High School's ranking?
Black River High School is ranked #837 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Black River High School often compared to?
Black River High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Black River Education Center Middle School, Ashland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Black River High School?
The graduation rate of Black River High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Black River High School?
339 students attend Black River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Black River High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black River High School?
Black River High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Black River High School offer ?
Black River High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Black River High School part of?
Black River High School is part of Black River Local School District.
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