Sandy Valley Local School District
School District · Magnolia, Ohio
Avg Rating
7.2
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,894
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Avg Rating
7.2
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,894
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
How this district compares
Ohio rank
#183 of 613
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.9
above Ohio avg
Per-pupil spending
$16,894
+$2,237 vs Ohio median
District size
1,284 students
Typical than Ohio median
About Sandy Valley Local
Sandy Valley Local is a Magnolia, Ohio school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 1,284 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.9:1. The district invests $16,894 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.2/10, Sandy Valley Local is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Sandy Valley Elementary School, which has a composite score of 8.4/10.
In standardized testing, Sandy Valley Local students show an average math proficiency of 54.5% and ELA proficiency of 63.5%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Sandy Valley Local, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Sandy Valley Local with test data.
Schools in Sandy Valley Local
3 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Ohio
- City
- Magnolia
- Total Enrollment
- 1,284
- Teachers (FTE)
- 81
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Sandy Valley Local?
Sandy Valley Local has 3 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Sandy Valley Local?
The average composite rating for Sandy Valley Local is 7.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Sandy Valley Local?
Sandy Valley Local spends $16,894 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sandy Valley Local?
The average student-teacher ratio in Sandy Valley Local is 15.9:1.
What is the top-rated school in Sandy Valley Local?
Sandy Valley Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Sandy Valley Local with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What are the test scores in Sandy Valley Local?
Across schools in Sandy Valley Local with test data, the average math proficiency is 54.5% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 63.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Sandy Valley Local compare to other districts in Ohio?
Sandy Valley Local has an average school rating of 7.2/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Ohio by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.2/10
- Math Proficiency
- 54.5%
- ELA Proficiency
- 63.5%
Resources
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.
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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.
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