River Valley High School is a public high school near Bidwell, in the U.S. state of Ohio. It is one of two high schools in the Gallia County Local School District, the other school being South Gallia High School. Their nickname is the Raiders.
Serving 392 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: River Valley High School serves the northern part of Bidwell, OH, covering an area of approximately 268.4 square miles, with typical driving times of 15 to 20 minutes for students living within the zone. The average distance from the school to the farthest edge of the attendance area is about 8.7 miles, reaching up to 18.8 miles at its most distant point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
River Valley High School's student population of 392 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.15, 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
#2303 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
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
80-84%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
5%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Silver
School Mascot
Raider
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Valley High School's ranking?
River Valley High School is ranked #2303 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 Gallia Academy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 55-59% 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 80-84%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend River Valley High School?
392 students attend River Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of River Valley High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Valley High School?
River Valley High School has a student ration of 18:1, 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 Gallia County Local School District.
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