Grand Valley High School is a public high school in Orwell, Ohio, United States. It is the only high school in the Grand Valley Local School District. It serves the students of Hartsgrove, Orwell, Rome, Colebrook, and Windsor townships in Ashtabula County.
Serving 274 students in grades 9-12, Grand 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grand Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Grand Valley High School's student population of 274 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
White, Blue, Grey, Navy Blue, Royal blue
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. May 29, 2026
Campus Size
95
School Rankings
Grand Valley High School 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 Grand Valley High School is 0.12, 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
#2094 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
94%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Grand Valley High School's ranking?
Grand Valley High School is ranked #2094 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Grand Valley High School often compared to?
Grand Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Area Sr High School, Lakeside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grand Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Grand Valley High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Grand Valley High School?
274 students attend Grand Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Grand Valley High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand Valley High School?
Grand Valley High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Grand Valley High School offer ?
Grand Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grand Valley High School part of?
Grand Valley High School is part of Grand Valley Local School District.
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