Serving 714 students in grades 5-6, Galloway Ridge Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Galloway Ridge Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Galloway Ridge Intermediate School's student population of 714 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
714 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Endless Opportunity. Infinite Possibility.
School Rankings
Galloway Ridge Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galloway Ridge Intermediate School is 0.73, which is more 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
#2420 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
29%
8%
Black
21%
17%
White
37%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Galloway Ridge Intermediate School's ranking?
Galloway Ridge Intermediate School is ranked #2420 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Galloway Ridge Intermediate School often compared to?
Galloway Ridge Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Woods Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Galloway Ridge Intermediate School?
714 students attend Galloway Ridge Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Galloway Ridge Intermediate School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Galloway Ridge Intermediate School?
Galloway Ridge Intermediate School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Galloway Ridge Intermediate School offer ?
Galloway Ridge Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Galloway Ridge Intermediate School part of?
Galloway Ridge Intermediate School is part of South-Western City School District.
In what neighborhood is Galloway Ridge Intermediate School located?
Galloway Ridge Intermediate School is located in the Westland neighborhood of Galloway, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Westland.
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