Licking Valley High School is a public high school in Hanover, Ohio, led by District Superintendent Scott Beery. It is the only high school in the Licking Valley Local School District. The Principal is Whitney Malone, the Assistant Principal is Chris Campbell, and the Athletic Director is Mark McCullough.
Serving 589 students in grades 9-12, Licking 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher 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 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Licking Valley High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Newark, OH, encompassing approximately 108 square miles. Families typically face a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Licking Valley High School's student population of 589 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
589 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Licking 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 Licking Valley High School is 0.12, 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
#1869 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
8%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. 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)20.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Red
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Licking Valley High School's ranking?
Licking Valley High School is ranked #1869 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Licking Valley High School often compared to?
Licking Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newark High School, Heath High School, Lakewood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Licking Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Licking Valley High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Licking Valley High School?
589 students attend Licking Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Licking 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 Licking Valley High School?
Licking Valley High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Licking Valley High School offer ?
Licking Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Licking Valley High School part of?
Licking Valley High School is part of Licking Valley Local School District.
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