COLUMBUS, Ohio — In the latest State School District Report Cards, Ross County schools have garnered a variety of ratings, reflecting their performance across several key areas. The evaluations, which assess student achievement, growth, and preparedness, show both strengths and areas needing improvement within the region’s education system. The ranking goes from 1 star to 5 stars.
Union-Scioto Local Schools, under the leadership of Superintendent Matthew G. Thornsberry, received an overall rating of 3.5 stars, indicating that the district meets state standards. The district achieved a rating of 3 stars in Achievement, Progress, Gap Closing, and Graduation, while its Early Literacy component requires additional support to meet state standards.
Chillicothe City Schools, led by Superintendent Deborah M. Swinehart, received a 2.5-star rating, signaling that the district needs support to meet state standards. The district’s performance in Achievement, Progress, Gap Closing, and Early Literacy components fell short, with significant evidence of unmet growth expectations and gaps in educational outcomes. Graduation rates also require significant improvement.
Adena Local Schools, under Superintendent Matthew C. Unger, also received a 2.5-star rating. The district met state standards in Achievement and Graduation, but fell short in Progress, Gap Closing, and Early Literacy, indicating a need for additional support in these areas.
Paint Valley Local Schools, led by Superintendent Timothy J. Winland, achieved a 3-star rating. The district met state standards in Achievement, Progress, and Graduation. However, it needs support in Gap Closing and Early Literacy to fully align with state expectations.
Southeastern Local Schools, with Superintendent Brian Justice at the helm, received an overall rating of 3.5 stars. The district excels in Achievement, Progress, Gap Closing, and Graduation, surpassing state standards, though it meets state standards in Early Literacy.
Zane Trace Local Schools, under the leadership of Superintendent Tyler L. Wertman, received an overall rating of 3.5 stars, meeting state standards. The district achieved a rating of 3 stars in Achievement, Gap Closing, Graduation, and Early Literacy, while it fell short in Progress. The College, Career, Workforce, and Military Readiness component, which is reported separately, assesses students’ preparedness for future opportunities.
Huntington Local Schools, led by Superintendent Peter T. Ruby, earned an overall rating of 3 stars, indicating that the district meets state standards. The district received a rating of 3 stars in Progress, Gap Closing, Graduation, and Early Literacy. However, it requires support to meet state standards in Achievement.
These ratings provide a snapshot of the performance across Ross County’s school districts, highlighting both accomplishments and areas where further support and improvement are needed.
