Riverdale Local School is a public K–12 school located near Mount Blanchard in Delaware Township, Hancock County, Ohio, United States. The school system is the result of a consolidation of three school districts.
Serving 208 students in grades 6-8, Riverdale 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 50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverdale Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Mount Blanchard, OH, covering approximately 143 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverdale Middle School's student population of 208 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
208 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
White, Blue, Silver
School Motto
Every Child, Every Day, Whatever It Takes...
School Rankings
Riverdale 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 Riverdale Middle School is 0.10, 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
#2040 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
95%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
30.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch (94-95)
13%
24%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverdale Middle School's ranking?
Riverdale Middle School is ranked #2040 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Riverdale Middle School?
208 students attend Riverdale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Riverdale Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverdale Middle School?
Riverdale Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverdale Middle School offer ?
Riverdale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverdale Middle School part of?
Riverdale Middle School is part of Riverdale Local School District.
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