Serving 328 students in grades 6-8, Sandy Valley Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sandy Valley Middle School's student population of 328 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sandy Valley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandy Valley Middle School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1508 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
1%
17%
White
96%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandy Valley Middle School's ranking?
Sandy Valley Middle School is ranked #1508 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Sandy Valley Middle School?
328 students attend Sandy Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Sandy Valley Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandy Valley Middle School?
Sandy Valley Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sandy Valley Middle School offer ?
Sandy Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sandy Valley Middle School part of?
Sandy Valley Middle School is part of Sandy Valley Local School District.
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