Walter E. Stebbins High School is part of the Mad River Local School District. The school is located in Riverside, Ohio, United States and serves over 1000 students. Stebbins's mascot is the Indian. The new school building was opened in August 2005.
Serving 1,119 students in grades 9-12, Stebbins 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 27% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 28% 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: 1,119 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stebbins High School's student population of 1,119 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,119 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Grey, Scarlet
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child Every Day for a Better Tomorrow
School Rankings
Stebbins 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 Stebbins High School is 0.46, 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
#2264 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
10%
17%
White
72%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stebbins High School's ranking?
Stebbins High School is ranked #2264 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Stebbins High School often compared to?
Stebbins High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centerville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stebbins High School?
The graduation rate of Stebbins High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Stebbins High School?
1,119 students attend Stebbins High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Stebbins High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stebbins High School?
Stebbins High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stebbins High School offer ?
Stebbins High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stebbins High School part of?
Stebbins High School is part of Mad River Local School District.
School Reviews
5 6/3/2014
If the student challenges himself to strive for upper level classes (i.e., chem and physics, pre-calc/calc/, Honors English/Social Studies) he can get an education equal to any of the finest schools in the nation. That is the best thing about Stebbins, the education is there for the taking and they can start, ahead, of the pack at WSU or UD. They also have an online program for students who may need to finish in a non-traditional setting, with an equally challenging curriculum, for recovery and initial classes. That is something that most schools in the area don't offer...you have to go to an ECOT or a K-12...
5 7/3/2013
This school was the best of ALL my memories of High School!!!
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