For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 658 students in Rayland, OH.
The top-ranked public schools in Rayland, OH are Buckeye Local High School and Buckeye Local Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rayland, OH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in Rayland have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Rayland, OH (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Buckeye Local High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10692 State Route 150
Rayland, OH 43943
(740) 859-2196
Rayland, OH 43943
(740) 859-2196
Gr: 9-12 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Buckeye Local Junior High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10692 State Highway 150
Rayland, OH 43943
(740) 859-2196
Rayland, OH 43943
(740) 859-2196
Gr: 6-8 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rayland, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
680 Hill St
Rayland, OH 43943
(740) 733-7700
Rayland, OH 43943
(740) 733-7700
Gr: PK-6 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
10692 State Route 150
Rayland, OH 43943
(740) 769-7395
Rayland, OH 43943
(740) 769-7395
Gr: 9-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Rayland, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in Rayland, OH include Buckeye Local High School and Buckeye Local Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in Rayland?
2 public schools are located in Rayland.
What is the racial composition of students in Rayland?
Rayland public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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