Sandy Valley High School is a public high school near Magnolia, Ohio, United States. It is the only high school in the Sandy Valley Local Schools district. Its mascot is a cardinal and its colors are red and gray. A new high school building opened January 20, 2009.
Serving 414 students in grades 9-12, Sandy Valley High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sandy Valley High School's student population of 414 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Grey, Red
School Motto
INSPIRE to Learn ~ Prepare for SUCCESS
School Rankings
Sandy Valley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandy Valley High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1117 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
94%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Sandy Valley High School is a public high school in Magnolia, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Sandy Valley Local Schools district.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandy Valley High School's ranking?
Sandy Valley High School is ranked #1117 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Sandy Valley High School often compared to?
Sandy Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenoak High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sandy Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Sandy Valley High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Sandy Valley High School?
414 students attend Sandy Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Sandy Valley High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandy Valley High School?
Sandy Valley High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sandy Valley High School offer ?
Sandy Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandy Valley High School part of?
Sandy Valley High School is part of Sandy Valley Local School District.
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