River Valley High School vs Shelby High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Ohio, United States, 44 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
River Valley High School
Caledonia · Public high · Grades 9–12
455 students
Shelby High School
Shelby · Public high · Grades 9–12
454 students
| Measure | River Valley High School Caledonia, Ohio | Shelby High School Shelby, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #183 of 802 | #375 of 802 |
| National rank | #3001 of 16,910 | #5660 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 455 | 454 |
| Enrollment | 455 | 454 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 48.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 62% |
| city | Caledonia | Shelby |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •River Valley High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.2 vs 60.6).
- •River Valley High School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •River Valley High School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 62%).
- •Shelby High School does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 18.2).
- •River Valley High School is the larger school with 455 students compared with 454.
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 River Valley High School better than Shelby High School?
On the Success Index (US), River Valley High School ranks higher (71.2 vs 60.6 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 River Valley High School and Shelby High School?
About 44 km in a straight line, between Caledonia and Shelby in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
River Valley High School: 455. Shelby High School: 454. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do River Valley High School and Shelby High School rank in Ohio?
River Valley High School is 183rd of 802 and Shelby High School is 375th of 802 among high schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).