South-Western City

The South-Western City school district in Ohio encompasses 33 schools, including 19 elementary schools, 10 middle schools, and 4 high schools. The district serves a diverse student population and faces some challenges, but also has several standout schools that are excelling academically.

Among the high-performing schools in the district are Grove City High School, which ranks 224th out of 855 Ohio high schools and has a 4-star rating, as well as Buckeye Woods Elementary School, which ranks 178th out of 1,558 Ohio elementary schools and also has a 4-star rating. These schools boast exceptional test scores, with Grove City High achieving over 78% proficiency in key subjects and Buckeye Woods Elementary reaching over 93% proficiency in 4th grade math. Another standout is Jackson Middle School, which ranks 244th out of 1,036 Ohio middle schools and has a 4-star rating, with outstanding test scores in 8th grade science, math, and English Language Arts.

However, the district also faces some challenges, with a chronic absenteeism rate of 31% that is higher than the state average. Additionally, there is significant variation in school performance, with some schools like Franklin Heights High and Stiles Elementary struggling with test scores well below the state averages. The district's overall test scores are generally below the state averages, suggesting opportunities for improvement, particularly in addressing equity issues and ensuring more consistent, high-quality education for all students.