Donnell Middle School vs Licking Valley Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Ohio, United States, 156 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Donnell Middle School
Findlay · Public middle · Grades 6–8
522 students
Licking Valley Middle School
Newark · Public middle · Grades 6–8
523 students
| Measure | Donnell Middle School Findlay, Ohio | Licking Valley Middle School Newark, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #320 of 646 | #520 of 646 |
| National rank | #3157 of 15,369 | #6370 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 522 | 523 |
| Enrollment | 522 | 523 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.7% | 36.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 55% |
| city | Findlay | Newark |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Donnell Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.8 vs 55.9).
- •Donnell Middle School does better on math proficiency (69% vs 55%).
- •Donnell Middle School does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 48%).
- •Licking Valley Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.3% vs 42.7%).
- •Donnell Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 21.8).
- •Licking Valley Middle School is the larger school with 523 students compared with 522.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Donnell Middle School better than Licking Valley Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Donnell Middle School ranks higher (70.8 vs 55.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Donnell Middle School and Licking Valley Middle School?
About 156 km in a straight line, between Findlay and Newark in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Donnell Middle School: 522. Licking Valley Middle School: 523. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Donnell Middle School and Licking Valley Middle School rank in Ohio?
Donnell Middle School is 320th of 646 and Licking Valley Middle School is 520th of 646 among middle schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).