Serving 124 students in grades 5-8, Okaw Valley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Okaw Valley Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Findlay, IL, covering approximately 161.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Okaw Valley Middle School's student population of 124 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
124 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Okaw Valley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Okaw Valley Middle School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2105 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
97%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Timberwolf
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Okaw Valley Middle School's ranking?
Okaw Valley Middle School is ranked #2105 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Okaw Valley Middle School?
124 students attend Okaw Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Okaw Valley Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Okaw Valley Middle School?
Okaw Valley Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Okaw Valley Middle School offer ?
Okaw Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Okaw Valley Middle School part of?
Okaw Valley Middle School is part of Okaw Valley CUSD 302 School District.
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