Upper Scioto Valley High School is a school in McGuffey, Ohio in the United States. It is part of the Upper Scioto Valley Local School District.
Serving 159 students in grades 9-12, Upper Scioto 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Upper Scioto Valley High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 98.9 square miles in Mc Guffey, OH. The area typically allows for a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Upper Scioto Valley High School's student population of 159 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
159 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Upper Scioto 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 Upper Scioto Valley High School is 0.20, 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
#1961 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Mascot
Ram
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upper Scioto Valley High School's ranking?
Upper Scioto Valley High School is ranked #1961 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Upper Scioto Valley High School often compared to?
Upper Scioto Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Upper Scioto Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Upper Scioto Valley High School is 80%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Upper Scioto Valley High School?
159 students attend Upper Scioto Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Upper Scioto Valley High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Upper Scioto Valley High School?
Upper Scioto Valley High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Upper Scioto Valley High School offer ?
Upper Scioto Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Upper Scioto Valley High School part of?
Upper Scioto Valley High School is part of Upper Scioto Valley Local School District.
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