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 81 students in grades 7-8, Upper Scioto Valley 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 81 students
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Scioto Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Upper Scioto Valley Middle School's student population of 81 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 85% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
81 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Rankings
Upper Scioto Valley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Upper Scioto Valley Middle School is 0.17, 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
#2650 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)30-34%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
91%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ram
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upper Scioto Valley Middle School's ranking?
Upper Scioto Valley Middle School is ranked #2650 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Upper Scioto Valley Middle School often compared to?
Upper Scioto Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hardin Northern High School, Kenton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Upper Scioto Valley Middle School?
81 students attend Upper Scioto Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Upper Scioto Valley Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Upper Scioto Valley Middle School offer ?
Upper Scioto Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Upper Scioto Valley Middle School part of?
Upper Scioto Valley Middle School is part of Upper Scioto Valley Local School District.
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