Serving 577 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Symmes Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Symmes Valley Elementary School's student population of 577 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Symmes Valley Elementary 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 Symmes Valley Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1322 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
97%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Symmes Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Symmes Valley Elementary School is ranked #1322 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Symmes Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Symmes Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ironton Elementary School, Rock Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Symmes Valley Elementary School?
577 students attend Symmes Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Symmes Valley Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Symmes Valley Elementary School?
Symmes Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Symmes Valley Elementary School offer ?
Symmes Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Symmes Valley Elementary School part of?
Symmes Valley Elementary School is part of Symmes Valley Local School District.
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