4.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Coal Grove, Ohio

2 schools · 1 Middle · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 4.8/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 4.8/10
Median household income: $49,544
Median home value: $118,500
Bachelor's degree or higher: 16%
Avg commute: 22 min
Owner-occupied homes: 68%

How Coal Grove compares

Median household income

$50k

70% of Ohio median

About Schools in Coal Grove, Ohio

Coal Grove, Ohio is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 4.8 out of 10, schools in Coal Grove show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Coal Grove is Dawson-bryant High School with a composite score of 5.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Coal Grove is served by 1 school district: Dawson-Bryant Local. These districts collectively serve 1,156 students.

Coal Grove's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $49,544. The poverty rate in the area is 19.6%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Dawson-Bryant Middle School 257 students · 6th–8th	257	6th–8th	4.2

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Dawson-Bryant High School 306 students · 9th–12th	306	9th–12th	5.3

Schools in Coal Grove

Coal Grove, Ohio · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$49,544

Median Home Value

$118,500

Median Rent

$782/mo

Population

19,921

College Educated

16%

Homeownership

68%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

19.6%

Community Profile

Coal Grove has a median household income of $49,544. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $118,500, with a median rent of $782/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.6%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Ohio
Total Schools: 2
Middle: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 4.8/10

Resources

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School District

Dawson-Bryant Local

3 schools · 1,156 students

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Coal Grove, Ohio

How many schools are in Coal Grove, Ohio?

Coal Grove has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Coal Grove, Ohio?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Coal Grove is 4.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Coal Grove, Ohio?

The top-ranked school in Coal Grove on MySchoolScout is Dawson-bryant High School with a composite score of 5.3/10.

What is the best middle school in Coal Grove, Ohio?

The top-ranked middle school in Coal Grove on MySchoolScout is Dawson-bryant Middle School with a composite score of 4.2/10.

What is the best high school in Coal Grove, Ohio?

The top-ranked high school in Coal Grove on MySchoolScout is Dawson-bryant High School with a composite score of 5.3/10.

How many school districts serve Coal Grove, Ohio?

Coal Grove is served by 1 school district: Dawson-bryant Local.

What is the education level in Coal Grove, Ohio?

According to Census data, 16% of adults in Coal Grove have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Coal Grove, Ohio?

The median household income in Coal Grove is approximately $49,544 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Coal Grove, Ohio?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Coal Grove is 18.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Coal Grove, Ohio?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.