Serving 523 students in grades 6-8, Licking Valley Middle 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 49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Licking Valley Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Newark, OH, encompassing approximately 108 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 8.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Licking Valley Middle School's student population of 523 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
523 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every adult helping every child learn and grow every day.
School Rankings
Licking Valley Middle 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 Middle 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
#2162 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 37-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
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 ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Licking Valley Middle School's ranking?
Licking Valley Middle School is ranked #2162 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Licking Valley Middle School often compared to?
Licking Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heath Middle School, Granville Middle School, Licking Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Licking Valley Middle School?
523 students attend Licking Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Licking Valley Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Licking Valley Middle School?
Licking Valley Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Licking Valley Middle School offer ?
Licking Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Licking Valley Middle School part of?
Licking Valley Middle School is part of Licking Valley Local School District.
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