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Below Average

#2823 of 3,441 schools in OH

Buckeye Hills Career Center

High School · Gallia-Jackson-Vinton

351 Buckeye Hills Road, Rio Grande, OH 45674

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on OH statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

531

Student-Teacher

5.8:1

Score

4.7

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,823 of 3,441

In Rio Grande

#2 of 2

public schools

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Buckeye Hills Career Center

4.7/10

High School in Rio Grande · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Rio Grande Elementary School

7.3/10

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3.3/10

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About Buckeye Hills Career Center

Buckeye Hills Career Center is a public high school in Rio Grande, OH, part of Gallia-Jackson-Vinton. Buckeye Hills Career Center serves approximately 531 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Buckeye Hills Career Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,823 of 3,441 schools in OH.

How it compares1.2 pts below OH schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 5.8:1 students to teachers, Buckeye Hills Career Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Buckeye Hills Career Center sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

100% of students at Buckeye Hills Career Center were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 3/4 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics6.3Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on OH state average
College Readiness2.9Needs Improvement45%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.0Average30%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio5.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,378
Chronic Absenteeism99.8%

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Buckeye Hills Career Center Compares

See how Buckeye Hills Career Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
18th percentile in OH
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Environment
6.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
6:1 student-teacher ratio
91 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
99.8%

Location

351 Buckeye Hills Road, Rio Grande, OH 45674

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Buckeye Hills Career Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Oak Hill Middle/High School (rated 5.7/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Oak Hill), which scores slightly higher. Another option is South Gallia High School (rated 5.1/10, 17.0 miles away, in nearby Crown City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Gallia Academy High School (rated 4.4/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Gallipolis), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rio Grande, see our Rio Grande schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Rio Grande Elementary School Rio Grande 0.8 mi 7.3
Southern Ohio Digital Academy Patriot 4.8 mi 3.3
Southwestern Elementary School Patriot 4.8 mi 7.7
Vinton Elementary School Vinton 6.1 mi 6.3
River Valley High School Bidwell 5.6 mi 4.3
River Valley Middle School Bidwell 6.0 mi 5.0
Green Elementary School Gallipolis 8.9 mi 7.4
Gallia Academy High School Gallipolis 9.1 mi 4.4
Oak Hill Elementary Oak Hill 9.5 mi 9.1
Oak Hill Middle/High School Oak Hill 9.9 mi 5.7
Gallia Academy Middle School Gallipolis 11.2 mi 4.0
Washington Elementary School Gallipolis 11.3 mi 5.4
OHIO VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gallipolis 11.6 mi 8.2
Addaville Elementary School Gallipolis 11.6 mi 6.3
Beale Elementary School Gallipolis Ferry 13.5 mi 7.5
South Gallia High School Crown City 17.0 mi 5.1
South Gallia Middle School Crown City 17.0 mi 5.0
Jackson Southview Elementary School Jackson 15.0 mi 8.2
Pt. Pleasant Primary Pt Pleasant 14.0 mi 5.5
Hannan Trace Elementary School Crown City 17.2 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45674 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$28,594

Median Home Value

$183,900

Median Rent

$473/mo

Population

681

College Educated

12.1%

Homeownership

18.4%

Poverty Rate

43.1%

Median Age

20.9

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Tri-Valley High School Dresden, OH 4.7
West Muskingum High School Zanesville, OH 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Buckeye Hills Career Center

What grades does Buckeye Hills Career Center serve?

Buckeye Hills Career Center serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Buckeye Hills Career Center?

Buckeye Hills Career Center has an enrollment of approximately 531 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Buckeye Hills Career Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Buckeye Hills Career Center is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Buckeye Hills Career Center rank in OH?

Buckeye Hills Career Center ranks #2,823 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Buckeye Hills Career Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Buckeye Hills Career Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Buckeye Hills Career Center a charter school?

No, Buckeye Hills Career Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Buckeye Hills Career Center a Title I school?

No, Buckeye Hills Career Center is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Buckeye Hills Career Center?

68.5% of students at Buckeye Hills Career Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
15 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
531
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
91
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.5%
Type
vocational
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Gallia County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
99.8%

District

Gallia-Jackson-Vinton
District Enrollment
531
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,378
District Rank
#1 of 1

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