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Best Schools in Duncan Falls, Ohio

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Public: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.1/10
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Duncan Falls Elementary School

8.4/10

Elementary · Franklin Local. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Philo High School

5.7/10

High · Franklin Local. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Schools

2

in this city

Avg Score

7.1

out of 10

Median Home

$201,300

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Duncan Falls

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Duncan Falls Elementary School 8.4 / 10
2 Philo High School 5.7 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
7.1/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$97,466

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$201,300

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
44%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
92%

Of occupied housing units

How Duncan Falls compares

Median household income

$97k

137% of Ohio median

About Schools in Duncan Falls, Ohio

Duncan Falls, Ohio is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Duncan Falls perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Duncan Falls is Duncan Falls Elementary School with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Duncan Falls is served by 1 school district: Franklin Local. These districts collectively serve 1,799 students.

Duncan Falls's community shows 44% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $97,466. The poverty rate in the area is 6.7%.

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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Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Duncan Falls Elementary School
666 students · Pre-K–5th 		8.4

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Philo High School
424 students · 8th–12th 		5.7

Schools in Duncan Falls

Duncan Falls, Ohio · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$97,466

Median Home Value

$201,300

Median Rent

$802/mo

Population

1,824

College Educated

44%

Homeownership

92%

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Community Profile

Duncan Falls has a median household income of $97,466. It is a well-educated community where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $201,300, with a median rent of $802/month. The local poverty rate of 6.7% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Ohio
Elementary
1
High
1

Resources

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School District

Franklin Local

6 schools · 1,799 students

Nearby Cities

Philo (1 school)
1 mi
Zanesville (20 schools)
7 mi
Roseville (3 schools)
10 mi
Adamsville (2 schools)
14 mi
Nashport (1 school)
13 mi
New Concord (5 schools)
13 mi
Crooksville (3 schools)
14 mi
Malta (1 school)
16 mi
Dresden (3 schools)
17 mi
Mc Connelsville (3 schools)
18 mi
Frazeysburg (1 school)
20 mi
New Lexington (3 schools)
19 mi
Stockport (1 school)
24 mi
Cambridge (7 schools)
20 mi
Byesville (4 schools)
20 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Duncan Falls, Ohio

How many schools are in Duncan Falls, Ohio?

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

What is the average school rating in Duncan Falls, Ohio?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Duncan Falls is 7.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Duncan Falls, Ohio?

The top-ranked school in Duncan Falls on MySchoolScout is Duncan Falls Elementary School with a composite score of 8.4/10.

What is the best elementary school in Duncan Falls, Ohio?

The top-ranked elementary school in Duncan Falls on MySchoolScout is Duncan Falls Elementary School with a composite score of 8.4/10.

What is the best high school in Duncan Falls, Ohio?

The top-ranked high school in Duncan Falls on MySchoolScout is Philo High School with a composite score of 5.7/10.

How many school districts serve Duncan Falls, Ohio?

Duncan Falls is served by 1 school district: Franklin Local.

What is the education level in Duncan Falls, Ohio?

According to Census data, 44% of adults in Duncan Falls have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Duncan Falls, Ohio?

The median household income in Duncan Falls is approximately $97,466 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Duncan Falls, Ohio?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Duncan Falls is 13.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Duncan Falls, 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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Ohio Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.