River Valley High School is a public high school in Caledonia, Ohio. It is the only high school in the River Valley Schools district. In the fall of 2003, a new campus was opened for students due to the possibility of cancer-causing chemicals on the old campus.
Serving 486 students in grades 9-12, River 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
River Valley High School's student population of 486 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
Gold, Columbia blue
Last Day of School
Sat. May 9, 2026
School Motto
Our mission is to provide a quality education in a safe learning environment for all students through a high performing organization committed to continuous improvement.
School Rankings
River 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 River Valley High School is 0.22, 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
#1613 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
88%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Valley High School's ranking?
River Valley High School is ranked #1613 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are River Valley High School often compared to?
River Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant High School, Harding High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 River Valley High School?
The graduation rate of River Valley High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend River Valley High School?
486 students attend River Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of River Valley High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Valley High School?
River Valley High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does River Valley High School offer ?
River Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is River Valley High School part of?
River Valley High School is part of River Valley Local School District.
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