Valley High School is a public high school in Lucasville in Scioto County in southern Ohio. It is the only high school in the Valley Local School District. Their nickname is the Indians, and their colors are purple and gold.
Serving 279 students in grades 9-12, 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than 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 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Valley High School's student population of 279 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
279 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1942
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of the Valley Local School District is to foster life-long learning by embracing the challenges of change.
School Rankings
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 Valley High School is 0.13, 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
#2184 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Black
1%
17%
White
93%
65%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indians
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley High School's ranking?
Valley High School is ranked #2184 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Valley High School often compared to?
Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wheelersburg High School, Portsmouth West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Valley High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Valley High School?
279 students attend Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Valley High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley High School?
Valley High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Valley High School offer ?
Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley High School part of?
Valley High School is part of Valley Local School District.
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