For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,567 students in 45648, OH.
The top-ranked public schools in 45648, OH are Valley Elementary School, Valley Middle School and Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45648 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45648, OH have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45648, OH Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valley Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1821a State Route 728
Lucasville, OH 45648
(740) 259-2611
Lucasville, OH 45648
(740) 259-2611
Gr: PK-4 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Valley Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
393 Indian Dr
Lucasville, OH 45648
(740) 259-2651
Lucasville, OH 45648
(740) 259-2651
Gr: 5-8 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Valley High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1821 State Route 728
Lucasville, OH 45648
(740) 259-5551
Lucasville, OH 45648
(740) 259-5551
Gr: 9-12 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
Scioto County Career Technical Center
Vocational School
951 Vern Riffe Dr
Lucasville, OH 45648
(740) 259-5522
Lucasville, OH 45648
(740) 259-5522
Gr: 7-12 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45648, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45648, OH include Valley Elementary School, Valley Middle School and Valley High School.
How many public schools are located in 45648?
4 public schools are located in 45648.
What is the racial composition of students in 45648?
45648 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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