Gallia County Schools & Education
Gallia County, Ohio
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
29/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
82.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
82.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,169
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,994
School Score
29/100
Higher = better
State avg 54/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#86
of 88 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Gallia County
School Verdict
Gallia County faces educational challenges with a school score of 29/100 and a graduation rate of 82.0%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $7,169 per pupil, Gallia County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Gallia County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 47% below the Ohio average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 6.3 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 10% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Gallia County, Ohio
A Localized System in Southeast Ohio
Gallia County's education system includes 15 public schools serving a total enrollment of 4,652 students. The landscape is split among three main districts, providing a mix of seven elementary and five high schools.
Navigating Challenges in Graduation and Funding
The county reports an 82.0% graduation rate and a composite school score of 49.7. Per-pupil spending stands at $7,169, which is below the state average of $7,994 and the national average of $13,000.
Gallia County Local and Gallipolis City
Gallia County Local is the largest district by enrollment, serving 2,188 students across nine schools. Gallipolis City follows closely, anchored by Gallia Academy High School's 481 students.
Rural Schools with a Community Core
Nearly every school in the county is classified as rural, creating a consistent and familiar educational environment. With an average school size of 310 students, the largest facility is the Buckeye Hills Career Center with 505 students.
Root Your Family in Gallia County
Gallia County offers a quiet, rural lifestyle centered around local school traditions. If you value a community where everyone knows your name, explore homes near Gallipolis or the surrounding local districts.
School Overview
Total Schools
15
in Gallia County
Total Enrollment
4,652
students
School Districts
3
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
3 School Districts in Gallia County
Gallia County Local
Gallipolis City
Gallia-Jackson-Vinton
15 Public Schools in Gallia County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckeye Hills Career Center | Gallia-Jackson-Vinton | 7–12 | Vocational | 505 |
| Gallia Academy High School | Gallipolis City | 9–12 | High | 481 |
| Gallia Academy Middle School | Gallipolis City | 6–8 | Middle | 476 |
| Washington Elementary School | Gallipolis City | PK–5 | Primary | 440 |
| River Valley High School | Gallia County Local | 9–12 | High | 378 |
| Vinton Elementary School | Gallia County Local | PK–5 | Primary | 369 |
| River Valley Middle School | Gallia County Local | 6–8 | Middle | 366 |
| Addaville Elementary School | Gallia County Local | PK–5 | Primary | 331 |
| Green Elementary School | Gallipolis City | PK–5 | Primary | 298 |
| Rio Grande Elementary School | Gallipolis City | PK–5 | Primary | 264 |
| Hannan Trace Elementary School | Gallia County Local | PK–5 | Primary | 254 |
| Southwestern Elementary School | Gallia County Local | PK–5 | Primary | 174 |
| South Gallia High School | Gallia County Local | 9–12 | High | 142 |
| South Gallia Middle School | Gallia County Local | 6–8 | Middle | 114 |
| Southern Ohio Digital Academy | Gallia County Local | 7–12 | High | 60 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,169
State avg $7,994
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Gallia County, Ohio — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Gallia County, Ohio?
Gallia County's education system includes 15 public schools serving a total enrollment of 4,652 students. The landscape is split among three main districts, providing a mix of seven elementary and five high schools.
How do schools in Gallia County perform academically?
The county reports an 82.0% graduation rate and a composite school score of 49.7. Per-pupil spending stands at $7,169, which is below the state average of $7,994 and the national average of $13,000.
What are the major school districts in Gallia County, Ohio?
Gallia County Local is the largest district by enrollment, serving 2,188 students across nine schools. Gallipolis City follows closely, anchored by Gallia Academy High School's 481 students.
What is the school experience like in Gallia County?
Nearly every school in the county is classified as rural, creating a consistent and familiar educational environment. With an average school size of 310 students, the largest facility is the Buckeye Hills Career Center with 505 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Gallia County, Ohio?
Gallia County offers a quiet, rural lifestyle centered around local school traditions. If you value a community where everyone knows your name, explore homes near Gallipolis or the surrounding local districts.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.