Serving 168 students in grades 6-8, Paint 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 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paint Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Paint Valley Middle School's student population of 168 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
168 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Paint 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 Paint Valley Middle School is 0.10, 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
#2341 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
60%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%

Black
3%
17%

White
95%
66%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Paint Valley Middle School's ranking?
Paint Valley Middle School is ranked #2341 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Paint Valley Middle School?
168 students attend Paint Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Paint Valley Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paint Valley Middle School?
Paint Valley Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Paint Valley Middle School offer ?
Paint Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Paint Valley Middle School part of?
Paint Valley Middle School is part of Paint Valley Local School District.
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