Switzerland of Ohio Local

The Switzerland of Ohio Local school district in Ohio consists of 9 schools, including 5 elementary schools and 4 high schools, serving students from kindergarten through 12th grade. The district as a whole is ranked 523 out of 839 school districts in Ohio and is rated 2 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger.

Within the district, a few schools stand out. Woodsfield Elementary School has the highest overall test scores, with students performing above the state average in many subject areas and a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate of 28.4%. River Elementary School also has strong test scores and the lowest chronic absenteeism rate in the district at 23.5%. Meanwhile, Skyvue Elementary School has shown consistent improvement, moving from a 2-star to a 3-star rating over the past few years, and maintains a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate of 24.9%.

However, the district faces significant challenges, including high chronic absenteeism rates across many schools, wide disparities in student performance, and a predominantly white student population that may limit diversity. Additionally, several schools have high percentages of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a significant economically disadvantaged population. Addressing these issues will be crucial for the Switzerland of Ohio Local school district to improve and better serve its community.